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Best Onboard Amenities - First Class

Japan Airlines First Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: Japan AirlinesDescription: The premium pouch showcases ETRO's Italian high-fashion heritage. The elegant yet sturdy pouch is adorned with a legacy paisley pattern amplified with unique colours, displaying ETRO’s world-renowned expertise in high-quality fabrics.Function: The kit comes with a drawstring bag with ETRO’s ‘Shantung’ perfume, lip balm, body lotion and a leaflet. It also contains an eyeshade, moisture mask, dental kit, earplugs and tissues. Extras include a comb, mouthwash and steam eye mask (inbound).Passenger Experience: Passengers will be delighted to receive the high-fashion heritage pouch and flowery-fresh fragrance and skin care products by one of the top international luxury brands in Japan.
Unique features: ETRO is a top global luxury brand, present in Japan since 1988. It's highly popular across the country with 40-plus stores including a two-floor boutique in Ginza covering 243 m². JAL will be the first airline to bring ETRO onboard its flights.www.wessco.net

American Airlines First Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: Buzz ProductsFeatured onboard: American AirlinesDescription: A Cole Haan vegan leather bag with multiple re-use possibilites that includes 3LAB skincare. The bag comes in four different colour rotations and has the Cole Haan signature Genevieve weave pattern debossed on one side. The kit contents are all designed to match the outer colour rotation.Function:The Cole Haan bag has two main re-use possibilities. It can be folded over into a stylish bag/clutch or left unfolded to be used as an ipad case. Passenger Experience: The product adds to the passenger experience because it serves as a gift to the First Class customer. It holds the contents and toiletries needed inflight but it also has a purpose off the flight. Unique features: The 3LAB skincare, upgraded contents, and Cole Haan bag all add up to a very sought after kit. Many kits do not offer clear re-use possibilities that were thought through in the design process and this makes the product better than anything else in the market.Additional information: We love seeing our customers re-use the bags and the contents! We've even had customers tell us they wore the Cole Haan socks as their dress socks after discovering the good quality. www.aa.com

Lufthansa amenity kit concept (male & female) in cooperation with the German brand windsor.Onboard supplier: Skysupply GmbHFeatured onboard: Onboard in Lufthansa First Class end of December 2017Description: The German fashion brand windsor. stands for quality, luxury, and a modern style. This is what passengers see and feel when using the pouches – black ones for male guests, light gray ones for women. The elegant look and premium material is a high-end, first-class statement, not only on board. Function: Due to the differentiation between male and female bags, the function of the product goes beyond its use as an amenity kit. Form follows function applies to the male kit which provides ample space for several products. The ladies’ kit turns from a pouch to an extravagant evening bag after the flight. Passenger Experience: Lufthansa’s First Class passengers are sophisticated, experienced clients with high expectations in every area of life – including travel routines. windsor. products in general will measure up to this demand; the design, quality, and content of this amenity kit will exceed expectations. Unique features: windsor. has been recognised as a sophisticated fashion brand for over 100 years. The company’s claim to create high-end quality fashion which is both modern and classy caters to a self-confident, successful, style-conscious client. All these qualities are tied in with these premium amenity kits. Additional information: Lufthansa’s First-Class amenity kits also make a luxurious statement with the products included in the male and female pouches. Alongside useful amenities such as socks, an eye mask and ear plugs, the pouches are stocked with La Prairie care products – a luxury brand promising timeless beauty. www.skysupply.de

Singapore Airlines First Class Amenity Kits with LaliqueOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Singapore AirlinesDescription: The kits come in a variety of gender-specific designs. The gents kit is an ode to the classic-style physician bag, which opens wide with easy-access pull tabs and frame opening. The ladies kit is reminiscent of the highest quality in French fashion, an elegant cosmetic case in a pink and black design, with gold zip details and black tassel pulls. The Unisex kit is an attractive, sleek travel case, designed with a dual travel and lifestyle concept in mind.Function: Each kits features a different line of LALIQUE’s product. The Gents kit opens to reveal a black satin drawstring bag, containing travel-size products from LALIQUE’s Encre Noire men’s line: eau de Toilette, lip balm, body lotion and aftershave balm. Encre Noire embodies personality and a celebration of vétiver and modernity. The ladies kit functions like a classic make up bag, containing a gold satin drawstring bag of elegantly-matched products from the L’AMOUR line: eau de parfum, lip balm, perfumed hand cream and face moisturiser. The Unisex kit has a satin drawstring pouch containing Néroli products: a citrus scented candle inspired by Morocco, lip balm, body lotion and soap.Passenger Experience: The variety of First Class kits for inbound and outbound flights further enhances Singapore Airline’s diverse collection of amenity kits. With the different options, passengers get to experience two different approaches to the elegant amenity kit, as well as different lines of the same brand.Unique features:The collection brings together elements of home luxury directly to passengers' onboard seat with high-quality products and bags of exceptional value. The designs and contents make them an irresistible take-home after the flight. www.formia.com

UNITED POLARIS FIRST CLASS KIT – Saks Fifth Avenue BagOnboard supplier: Linstol (Bag & interiors) & Wessco (Cowshed skincare)Featured onboard: United AirlinesDescription: United's summer amenity kits celebrated its partnership with iconic New York retailer Saks Fifth Avenue. The kits echo many of the key design elements that distinguish the Saks Fifth Avenue luxury bedding found aboard United Polaris flights today.Function: The rectangular bag is complemented by an angular zip appearing to slice through the design and reveal the amenities inside.Passenger Experience: The kit provides a luxurious nod to United's Saks Fifth Avenue partnership while giving customers an ideal compact take-away amenities gift. Unique features: By including the Saks name on the amenity kit, United is providing an onboard customer journey rooted in luxury for a holistic in-cabin experience. Additional information: UNITED has partnered with Cowshed, the premium spa and lifestyle brand of Soho House, to offer high-end skincare products made in England from organic, wildcrafted and fair trade plant extracts.www.united.com

Lufthansa Oktoberfest KitOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: LufthansaDescription: A heart-shaped, faux-leather amenity kit created for Oktoberfest. Ultra-soft and smooth, the grey kit is for ladies and the beige is for gentlemen. Lufthansa-branded, it embodies the spirit of Oktoberfest and houses luxurious La Prairie cosmetics.Function:It’s the perfect accessory to transcend from the airplane to Oktoberfest. It’s small enough to hang onto a belt, but ample enough to carry your Oktoberfest necessities. It’s zip-closed with an embossed Edelweiss flower tag as an additional detail. Passenger Experience: It’s an exciting element to the flight, doubling up as the ideal accessory to Oktoberfest-bound customers' Wiesn-Outfit. They can stow away small items for a Festzelt visit in a soft, heart-shaped kit that reflects Lufthansa’s connection with its passengers.Unique features: It’s the first time ever an Oktoberfest kit is onboard in First Class. It reinforces the popularity of Wiesn and simultaneously embraces the fun, celebratory side of German culture. Additional information: Every detail of the kit is geared towards creating an emotional connection with Lufthansa passengers. It’s fun, it’s multi-functional, it’s limited edition and precious - everything an amenity kit should be.www.spiriant.com

Saudia Airlines First Class Amenity Kits with Furla, Porsche Design, and Atelier CologneOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Saudia Airlines Description: The kits are presented in two gender-specific designs. The Porsche-design gents kit is created with a unique and sophisticated design: a durable flap zip pouch in sleek black secured by hidden snaps, which opens up to double its size in volume. The ladies kit is a miniature FURLA bag inspired by its famous retail hand bags, with stylish yellow-beige-brown colour-blocking featured on the front flap. Function: The innovative and attractive gents kit is a multi-functional keepsake due to its expandability. Able to carry a variety of items, this kit transcends its usefulness beyond the flight experience into the home, office, hotels, and other places. The ladies kit takes the amenity experience into everyday life as a fashionable clutch to be cherished and admired. Both kits feature a pomelo-scented lip balm and hand cream from Atelier Cologne, a Parisian luxury brand that celebrates the elegance of perfectly balanced citruses from precious raw materials. The inner items of the kits are all in colour-matched packaging with the bag, as well as a matching eye mask. Passenger Experience: The gender-specific bags create a tailor-made experience for First Class passengers, through the exclusive designs as well as the colour-matching concept throughout the contents. This attention to detail brings the entire kit together as a whole, with added airline branding and patterns that are reflected in the aircraft cabin.Unique features: In addition to their unique design, the kits enhance the passenger experience through technology. The charging wire, also in matching colour, is fitted with both lightning and micro-USB adaptors to ensure passengers’ devices can be connected to a power source throughout the flight.Additional information:.www.formia.com

Malaysia Airlines First Class Amenity Kits with Cerruti 1881Onboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Malaysia AirlinesDescription: The kits feature Italian brand Cerruti 1881 and are presented in a variety of gender-specific designs. The First Class Gent Kit is a classic-style rectangular soft-touch pouch in black or navy blue, distinguished by its CERRUTI 1881 gun metal plate logo. There is a double zipper Malaysia logo gun metal puller with a handle cover strap, adding a masculine touch. The interior lining features an embossed logo patch. The First Class Lady Kit is a charming, casual purse-style amenity pouch in black or navy blue. A gold metal CERRUTI logo plate accents the front of the kit, further enhanced by a gold metal chain handle strap and double zip MH gold logo puller. The contrasting airline signature red lining with embossed logo patch adds luxurious flare.Function: Each bag contains a cosmetic pouch with products from Payot – a French luxury brand recognised for its innovative scientific formulas – a body lotion, face cream and lip balm from its HYDRA24 line. The luxury experience is further enhanced with a matching Cerruti 1881-branded fragrance: floral woody scented eau de toilette for the ladies and an aromatic woody fougère scent for the gents. Passenger Experience: First Class passengers receive a different and appealing experience of inflight amenities from this kit, with two brands bringing together European elegance into one special gift. Unique features: The kits are not only for comfort and wellbeing, but also a token of appreciation and gesture of thanks from the airline to the passenger. An exclusive gold Malaysia Airlines keychain is given onboard alongside the bags for additional special value. Additional information:.www.formia.com

Xiamen Airlines First Class Amenity Kit with Acca KappaOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Xiamen AirlinesDescription: Xiamen Airlines, in its existing alliance with the Acca Kappa White Moss cosmetic brand, offers this amenity kit to First passengers. The kit is presented in a long-folded pouch shape with a magnet snap closure. The raised pebble texture of the navy blue exterior has a gold zipper detail and branding. The outer bag is complemented by the sky-blue colour of its interior lining. Function: The kit holds cosmetics and grooming products for comfort and well-being: lip balm, body lotion, facial mist and eau de toilette. A variety of grooming accessories are also included: a Miradent dental set, comb & brush combo, eye mask and ear plugs with case.Passenger Experience: In keeping with its vision as an internationally-recognised top-class airline in the Asia-Pacific region, Xiamen Airlines offers this high-quality, attractive bag to help passengers fully embrace a luxury onboard experience. Unique features: The quality design of the First amenity kit is in tune with Xiamen Airlines’ commitment to becoming the first-choice for passengers travelling in the Asia-Pacific Region. This amenity kit is elegantly unique in the market.www.formia.com

All Nippon Airways First Class Amenity Kits with SamsoniteOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: All Nippon AirwaysDescription: The ANA unisex amenity bag for First, featuring world-renowned Samsonite, is the guaranteed highest quality miniature hard case reflecting the brand’s own full-sized luggage trolleys. Co-branded with the airline on either side of the case, the shell features the same rounded ridges of the Samsonite Cosmolite Spinner bags – included with a leaflet on the retail product for added brand awareness. The case is lightweight and durable without feeling stiff. The cases are presented in blue tones to match the airline’s identity; in both dark and light shades. Each case features a unique print inspired by a traditional Japanese pattern.Function: The sturdy bag’s accordion-style opening unzips with iconic Samsonite gun metal zip pullers, and effortlessly sits upright for easy maneuvering. Both inner sides are fitted with a flexible mesh pocket for better organisation, and is fully-lined with a classic Samsonite logo pattern. The case is the perfect combination of protection and style, compact for easy packing, and storing breakable or sensitive valuables such as electronic accessories. Passenger Experience: This amenity bag adds value to the onboard experience by combining the high-quality values of the airline and the brand. First Class passengers feel indulged with the look and feel of the kit, as well as the distinguished travel brand. Unique features: The high-quality and durability of this lightweight case sets a high standard for the market. Its well thought and developed design proves that an amenity kit can be sturdy and stylish, without being heavy. www.formia.com

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Best Onboard Amenities - Business Class

Qantas Curates Amenity KitsOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: QantasDescription: Qantas Curates features artwork from 16 leading Australian artists to create a colourful, coveted and collectible amenity kit range of flying art, spanning pop culture, photography, fine art, abstract landscape, indigenous art and textile design.Function: The 16 luxurious amenity kits have been designed with customers' inflight needs in mind. Functional and stylish, they include ASPAR skincare, an eye mask in matching artwork, a dental kit, earplugs, travel socks and marketing/artist information card.Passenger Experience: With eight styles each for men and women and two new designs every few months there is a variety of art to collect. Customers love the kits’ functionality and re-usability, using them post-flight as make-up bags, an evening clutch or for tech items. Unique features: Qantas’ vision is celebrating the ‘spirit of Australia’ and this programme allows the airline to showcase Australian art. The scale of the programme (including 16 designs) is key, because it means regular Business travellers are rewarded with a fresh, new design. Additional information: The Qantas Curates programme has received much media attention and been so popular that customers travelling in First regularly ask for the Business amenity kit!Video clip: https://youtu.be/BFJQ-aL52Awwww.qantas.com

Tap Air Portugal amenity kit concept as replicate original retro bagOnboard supplier: skysupply GmbHFeatured onboard: Onboard in TAP Air Portugal “Retro” Business Class as of Mid-2017Description: TAP’s retro bag is an immediate eye-catcher. It stands out because of its original vintage look which fits perfectly into our modern-time appreciation for the 70s design era. The sports bag is made of cotton canvas, has two handles for high-wear comfort and follows a beige and red colour scheme.Function: The retro bag is an all-rounder. It’s a stylish replicate pouch that can be used as a unisex sports or shopping bag. It's timeless and works for all generations. Because it is light and easy to fold, it’s a great, eco-friendly companion in everyday life. The content is both fashionable and useful.Passenger Experience: In its anniversary year, TAP launched a holistic 'retro' concept. From check-in to the entertainment and meal service, every detail is designed according to TAP’s past. The vintage amenity kit with its thoughtfully-selected content is completing the passenger’s experience in a lasting way.Unique features: This unique, useful, stylish and memorable amenity kit is not only an essential part of how TAP is presenting itself in its anniversary year, but also a creative statement piece that generates a desire and triggers nostalgic emotions. Additional information: Every part of TAP’s Retro concept is thought through in detail. Style and design are equally important to the products’ quality and authenticity. The cosmetic items are from the era and area and thus pay tribute to traditional local companies. www.skysupply.de

Ricebowl Republic Business Class kits for Hong Kong AirlinesOnboard supplier: Clip LimitedFeatured onboard: Hong Kong AirlinesDescription: The newly-designed bags feature iconic symbols of Hong Kong: the bird cage, the tea pot, the rice bowl and the Hong Kong city skyline, representing different facets of Hong Kong heritage and culture accompanied by witty captions.Function: The bags are made from quality thick cotton canvas with a natural touch while the stark-coloured lining creates a surprising contrast. Socks, eyeshade and earplugs in the pillow pack are designed along the same language and charm.Passenger Experience: The kits are made of high-quality fabric and have an enduring and special Hong Kong connection, making them perfect keepsakes and a strong part of the passenger experience and reflecting a truly Hong Kong Airlines product by adding a bit of whimsical fun.Unique features: The series of collectible bags is a token of Hong Kong Airlines' commitment to provide its passengers with a genuine and unique experience of Hong Kong's culture and lifestyle. Each kit has different elements which make it special. Additional information: Going into the second year, the newly-designed kits (with local design house Ricebowl Republic) have been a tremendous hit with passengers and on social media. The range of collectible amenity kits is easily recognisable the world over!www.cliponboard.com

Lufthansa Reisenthel KitOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: LufthansaDescription: The Reisenthel eco-friendly kit is wrapped in an attractive reusable shopping bag, which can easily fit into your palm when folded. It’s a unique gift to passengers containing Korres cosmetics, but with a deeper, resonating message to encourage recycling.Function: A small, foldable and reusable bag which can be taken everywhere. It can slip into the tiniest of pockets, extending practical and environmentally-friendly values to passengers long after their flight has ended.Passenger Experience: The world has its eyes on the wellbeing of the environment. Passengers feel positive about their potential contribution with a unique, reusable shopping bag that’s nearly impossible to leave at home due to its tuck-away nature. Unique features: Lufthansa is setting the bar for environmental protection. Awareness is important, not just to the industry but to passengers. It is a unique take on the passenger experience, as it is the gift that keeps on giving, to the environment and the passenger.www.spiriant.com

Air Astana Business Class Amenity Kits with Christian Lacroix and FurlaOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Air AstanaDescription: The kits feature specially-chosen world-class luxury brands of high quality to delight both male and female passengers on their inbound and outbound flights. The Christian Lacroix bags embody the spirit of the famous Parisian atelier known for its flamboyant prints and bold use of colour. The exterior of the ladies bag is highlighted by the Christian Lacroix voyage logo over an embossed floral motif. The decorative interior features the company’s signature butterfly pattern. The bag is offered in black, pink and yellow. The gents' kits, offered in black, are presented in two different styles: a classic travel pouch and physician-style pouch. Both open to reveal the famous Christian Lacroix tonal Goya print. The Furla bags captivate the Italian brand essence inspired by its famous retail bags. The ladies kit is a miniature hand bag that also functions as a clutch, highlighted by Furla’s quintessential zip pull and offered in yellow, pink and red. The rectangle style of the gents' bags features a more masculine yet soft structure with a large compartment. Function: The Christian Lacroix ladies kit also functions as a charming clutch offered in the brand’s signature bright colours. The classic, attractive simplicity of the gents kits makes them a useful multi-functional bag to enjoy beyond the onboard experience, and includes matching Christian Lacroix-branded hand balm, facial cream and lip balm. The Furla bags contain cosmetics from La Mer skincare line, made with purified sea salt extract, and offering the cleanest natural substances in the world. Passenger Experience: The 10 different bags in various colours and styles make valuable collectible items.Unique features: The variety of brands offered creates many opportunities for the passenger to discover and enjoy something new – especially with Christian Lacroix’s cosmetics onboard for the first time on any aircraft. The combination of luxury European brands is of unmatched value in the market. Additional information:.www.formia.com

UNITED POLARIS BUSINESS CLASS – 747 RETIREMENT TINSOnboard supplier: Linstol (tin & interiors) & Wessco (Cowshed skincare)Featured onboard: United AirlinesDescription: United’s collectible blue Business amenity kits celebrate its history with the Boeing 747 as well as containing everything travellers need to arrive at their destination feeling refreshed and revitalised – with fun collectible 747 mementos too.Function: The kits contents pay homage to the Queen of the Skies with several branded components, including disposable socks and a padded eye mask. Passenger Experience: In addition to the collect-ability of colours, these kits include a set of four 747 trading cards, featuring imagery from the 747-100 Friend Ship to the retiring -400 series. With 15 cards total, customers can fly and collect the full series!Unique features: United provided its premium customers with a collectible and commemorative amenity kit – helping future generations remember the influence and grandeur of the 747. Additional information: United has partnered with Cowshed, the premium spa and lifestyle brand of Soho House, to offer high-end skincare products made in England from organic, wildcrafted and fair trade plant extracts.www.united.com

Cathay Pacific Business Class Amenity Kits with SeventyEightPercentOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Cathay PacificDescription:The Cathay Pacific SeventyEightPercent Business bags are presented in two different clean and simple styles for inbound and outbound flights. The first takes an asymmetrical boxed shape, and the second a larger clutch pouch. Both styles are presented in a two-tone nylon and faux leather design. They feel smooth to the touch and light in the hand, with side and bottom trimmings for added luxury. Each style is offered in eight different natural, muted earth tone colours for a classy yet casual look. Function:The simplistic aspects of the bag make them very versatile functioning products. The bag opens wide for easy access and is lined with inner slip pockets for easy organisation of its contents. Each bag contains essential items such as a dental kit, socks, an eye shade and earplugs to add comfort to the passenger’s onboard experience. Passenger Experience:With a variety of bag options for inbound and outbound flights, passengers can experience the product in two different ways. The two shapes allow for different uses post-flight – the asymmetrical box is great for holding longer, thicker items, while the clutch provides a wider space for items like a passport and international currencies.Unique features:Typically, inbound and outbound bags vary in brand, or feature a completely different design and approach. The unique aspect of this collection lies in its uniformity as whole, where the bags are presented as pairs. Passengers can collect the bags and have a complete set with the same characteristics, in different iterations. www.formia.com

Brussels Airlines Business Class Amenity Kit with Mandarina DuckOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Brussels Airlines Description:This is a fresh new look to the onboard amenity kit for Brussels Airlines Business passengers, and features the well-known luxury bag brand Mandarina Duck. Inspired from Mandarina Duck’s Tank Collections, the new bag is offered in a captivating red zip pouch with a piped design construction, yellow rubber patch logo and contrasting yellow interior. The yellow zipper pull completes the unique look of the bag. Function:The contents of the bag include products by cosmetic brand Institut Karité, known for its Shea products, as well as items from their Verbana line.Passenger Experience:The decision to update the look of this amenity kit follows Brussel Airlines’ commitment to staying current with the contemporary lifestyle of the Business Class traveller, and offering bold creative products they will embrace. Unique features:The updated design of the kit reflects Brussels Airline’ pursuit to offer an innovatively appealing product. The bag is the perfect representation of the Mandarina Duck brand and its unstoppable desire to offer the best in style, design and colour. www.formia.com

Brussels Airlines Business Class kitOnboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: Brussels Airlines Description: Brussels Airlines’ Business kits are inspired by one of Belgium’s most famous and respected artists, René Magritte. Launched to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the death of the artist, they feature art from some of his iconic works.Function: The beautiful unisex kits are the perfect size for all the travel amenities and are finished with an embossed metal zip puller. The comfort items include socks, eye mask, earplugs, dental kit with 10g Colgate toothpaste, pen and tissues.Passenger Experience: Thanks to the collectible nature of the range, the kits are bound to surprise and delight passengers onboard. With consumers increasingly looking to celebrate local heritage, the bags will serve as a wonderful memento and will not be left behind. Unique features: The collaboration sets this kit apart. The relevance to the airline is apparent and resonates well in Belgium and beyond, as Magritte’s work is internationally recognised. The collectibility also adds value as passengers will want to own them all.www.galileowatermark.com

Japan Airlines Business Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: Japan AirlinesDescription:The premium pouch fuses ETRO's Italian high-fashion and heritage. The elegant yet sturdy pouch is adorned with a paisley pattern amplified with unique colours, signifying ETRO’s world-renowned expertise in high-quality fabrics.Function:The kit comes with ETRO’s Shantung-scented lip balm. It also contains an eyeshade, moisture mask, dental kit, earplugs and tissues. Extras include a comb and mouthwash.Passenger Experience:Passengers will be delighted to receive the high-fashion heritage pouch and flowery-fresh scented lip balm by one of the top international luxury brands in Japan. Unique features:ETRO is a top global luxury brand present in Japan since 1988. The brand is highly popular across the country with 40-plus stores including a two-floor boutique in Ginza covering 243 m². JAL will be the first airline to bring ETRO onboard its flights.wessco.net

Saudia Airlines Business Class Amenity Kit with Porsche Design, Furla and Atelier CologneOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Saudia AirlinesDescription: The Business kits are presented in gender-specific designs, an elevation from their preceding design which enhances the level of luxury. The gents Porsche-design kit is inspired by a practical miniature doctor’s bag fitted with a top zip, offered in dark blue, brown and black. The ladies FURLA kit was designed with retail shoulder bags and clutches in mind, and summer block colours inspired by the brand’s existing collections. Function: The sleek brand design of the gents kit makes it the perfect all-purpose amenity kit, distinguisged by the Porsche brand. The Ladies FURLA kit is a lifestyle brand of quality craftsmanship and contemporary design women can enjoy every day. Both kits feature a pomelo-scented lip balm and hand cream from Atelier Cologne, a Parisian luxury brand using perfectly balanced citruses from precious raw materials. The kits' contents have packaging colour-matched with the bag, as well as a matching eye mask. Passenger Experience: The gender specific bags create a tailor-made experience for Business passengers, through the creative designs as well as the colour-matching concept contents. The brand and colour variety of the bags also creates a collectability aspect.Unique features: In addition to their unique design, the amenity kits enhance the passenger experience through technology. The charging wire, also in a matching colour, is fitted with both lightning and micro-USB adaptors to ensure passengers’ devices can be connected to a power source throughout the flight.Additional information:.www.formia.com

Icelandair amenity kit concept tin boxesOnboard supplier: skysupply GmbHFeatured onboard: Onboard in Icelandair Business Class since Spring 2017Description: Iceland equals spectacular nature. Icelandair’s kits are tin boxes showcasing four different landscape motifs which are valuable collector items. They are covered in high-quality cotton drawstring bags. An attached label indicates the airline’s 80th anniversary.Function: The tin box has both practical functions and material values. The box serves as an amenity kit holding items useful during the flight and is also an attractive storage piece post-flight. Passenger Experience: It’s not only the look of the tin box that rounds up the passenger’s flight experience in Icelandair’s Saga Class, but the content that provides business class-standard, authentic and high-quality wellbeing. Along with useful amenities, the box is filled with local Blue Lagoon cosmetic items. Unique features: Icelandair’s new amenity kit is a special edition created for the carrier’s 80th anniversary. The box is unique in its tin material and establishes the connection between national carrier, the island country and the passenger – whether they are a local or a visitor – immediately. Additional information: Teaming up with the Icelandic cosmetic brand Blue Lagoon makes a smart regional reference as well as a landmark. The products’ ingredients (silica, mineral salt, and algae) bring the spa feeling right into Saga Class. www.skysupply.de

Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: WesscoFeatured onboard: Hawaiian AirlinesDescription: Hawaiian Airlines’ Business amenity kit inbound to Hawai‘i features an ‘Auli‘ilani lehua flower pattern designed by Hawai‘i’s Sig Zane Designs. The natural/grey canvas bag features a zipper, bamboo zipper pull and two outer pockets.Function: The Business amenity kit includes a selection of travel essentials so that guests can relax on their flight and arrive in Hawai‘i refreshed. Passenger Experience: It captures the spirit of Hawai‘i by using island touches including the lehua floral print, socks with the slipper design and sock band that says “E Hiamoe Maika‘i” or “sleep well” and the tropical scent of Loli’i Makiki Valley skincare products.Unique features: The kit is a powerful and exclusive memento of Hawai‘i. It captures the spirit and energy of Hawaiian Airlines and our island home, Hawai‘i’, through the artistic collaboration with Sig Zane Designs.Additional information: Many of our guests keep this amenity kit as a fond reminder of their travels to the islands and their hopes of returning soon.www.hawaiianairlines.com

Qatar Airways Business Class Amenity Kit with Bric’sOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Qatar Airways Description: The Qatar Airways Business amenity bags are in an asymmetrical shape, inspired by BRIC’s Sintesis retail trolley. This collection promotes lightness, innovative materials and leather trims. The shell is made of a polycarbonate material in navy and tan colour tones for male passengers and in yellow and old rose colour tones for female passengers. The bag colours coordinate with the colours for the eye mask, socks and earplugs case. Function: The luxurious kits have been designed to guarantee the utmost functionality and comfort when travelling. They contain 3 Molecular Olive Innovation Castello Monte Vibiano cosmetics – lip balm, hydrating facial mist and CITY CREAM anti-aging moisturiser. Your lips and face can feel very dry on board due to the conditions in the cabin but this soothing antioxidant protective moisturising treatment is based on Biophenols CMPTN, which prevents and reduces oxidative stress caused by external agents, solar radiation, smoke, free radicals and air pollution. The product exerts a soothing, calming effect and enhances the natural defense mechanisms against harmful particles in the air.Passenger Experience: Apart from elegant design and exceptional good quality, these hard cases are great as collectible items and perfect to reuse post-flight to store personal belongings. BRIC’s is an internationally-renowned Italian brand famed for its quality luggage with classic design, while The Castello Monte Vibiano brand is well-known to the market for high-quality olive oil, which has also become the core ingredient for its new premium cosmetic line. Unique features: Unlike other products in the market with various styles and colours in a single collection, this collection includes a very special amenity kit in addition to the four standard colours. To promote support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month for October, an amenity kit was created exclusively for Qatar Airways. It was presented in a carefully-chosen ‘Rose Pompadour’ pink colour. This shade of pink, prized for its vivacity and beauty, was created in France in 1757 by Sèvres and defines the magnificence and elegance of the eighteenth century. The limited edition pink amenity kits, complemented by impeccably matching pink accessories, are offered to both men and women First and Business Class passengers flying long-haul. Passengers also receive a leaflet urging them to ‘Think Pink’ and get involved in supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month. www.formia.com

Xiamen Airlines Business Class Amenity Kit with Acca KappaOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Xiamen Airlines Description: Xiamen Airlines, in its existing alliance with the Acca Kappa White Moss cosmetic brand, offers this amenity kit to Business Class passengers. The kit is presented in the classic pouch shape design with gold zipper detail and branding. The raised pebble texture of the navy blue exterior features gold zipper detail and branding. The outer appearance of the bag is complemented by the sky-blue colour of its large interior. Function: The amenity kit offers cosmetics and grooming products for the comfort and well-being of Business passengers. The kit includes Acca Kappa cosmetics from the White Moss line – lip balm, body lotion and facial mist. A variety of grooming accessories are also included: Miradent dental set, comb and brush combo, eye mask, and ear plugs with case.Passenger Experience: In keeping with its vision as an internationally recognised top-class, brand-name airline in the Asia-Pacific region, Xiamen Airlines offers this high-quality, attractive bag to passengers that appreciate fully embracing a luxury onboard experience. Unique features: The best in quality design, these kits are in tune with Xiamen Airlines’ commitment to becoming the first-choice for passengers traveling in the Asia-Pacific Region. This amenity kit is elegantly unique in the market.www.formia.com

American Airlines Business Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: Buzz ProductsFeatured onboard: American AirlinesDescription: The Cole Haan vegan leather class dopp kit rotates across four main colours and includes C.O. Bigelow skincare products. The bottom of the bag includes a deboss of Cole Haan's signature Genevieve weave pattern. Function: This soft classic take on a dopp kit allows the customer to re-imagine its second life. The bag can take many shapes: it can hold electrical cords or toiletries after the flight or be flattened to fit in the customer's luggage. Passenger Experience: The product adds to the passenger experience by serving as a gift. Cole Haan offers a larger version of the dopp kit at retail and the onboard kit comes with an exclusive promotional offer for Cole Haan retail for American Airlines customers only.Unique features: The stylish design by Cole Haan, a global lifestyle brand, sets this kit apart as well as its re-usability.Additional information: We love seeing customers reuse the kits and contents. Many customers show their kits and how they're using them on social media. www.aa.com

Vietnam Airlines Business Class Amenity Kit with CERRUTI 1881Onboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Vietnam AirlinesDescription:Vietnam Airlines offers Business passengers the CERRUTI 1881-branded amenity kit. This bag is presented in a grey patterned square flat pouch design and features a CERRUTI 1881 embossed logo patch on the front. A zip puller embossed with the Vietnam Airlines logo on both sides accentuates the pouch.Function:The kit contains cosmetics from the White Moss line by Acca Kappa, known for its Italian craftsmanship and brand excellence in creating fragrances, body care and wellness products. White Moss products include lip balm and body lotion. A variety of grooming and comfort accessories are also included: toothbrush, Miradent toothpaste, 3M earplugs, eye mask, socks, foldable comb/brush and a set of attendant notification stickers – please do not disturb, please wake me up for meal and please wake me up for duty free. Passenger Experience:Business passengers will enjoy the quality, style and craftsmanship of this CERRUTI-branded amenity kit, as well as appreciating the airline’s commitment to ensuring a comfortable onboard experience. Unique features:The CERRUTI brand represents Italian luxury, elegance, and high quality. The CERRUTI 1881 Business kit is a testament to the brand’s intelligent design and reflects the natural elegance of the label. www.formia.com

Royal Air Maroc Business Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: KaelisFeatured onboard: Royal AIr MarocDescription: This new comfort set harmoniously fits into the Royal Air Maroc’s (RAM) cabins. It's modern and contemporary, with a traditional touch. A beautiful blend of two different materials, colours and textures with details highlighting its brand. Function: It includes: orange blossom facial mist & Argan oil hand cream exclusively designed for RAM, facial cream, lip balm, toothbrush & paste, mouthwash, mask, socks, shoe horn, earbuds, earplugs, folding brush; refreshing towel, and welcome card with scent. Passenger Experience: The improved quality and variety of the products inside will make RAM's travellers feel that their needs are covered and help them enjoy a pleasant fight. Unique features: Kaelis has developed a personalised scent for RAM. Staying faithful to the Moroccan culture, this tangy and fresh fragrance has an aroma of orange and argan oil and allows its passengers to hold on to the experience just a little longer. Additional information: Before takeoff , RAM fight attendants also offer personalised slippers (developed by Kaelis) to every Business passenger.www.kaelisgroup.com

Air New Zealand Business Class kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: Air New ZealandDescription: The kit is full of personality and features a sophisticated black PU exterior, an embossed zip, embroidered side tag and a brightly-printed internal lining. The kits include generous comfort items and skincare from local Kiwi brand Ashley & Co. Function: The product includes all the essentials and consists of a lavender-scented eye mask, dental kit, black ear plugs, branded pen, patterned socks, mint, mouthwash, 30ml moisturising hand cream and 15ml nourishing lip balm from Ashley & Co. Passenger Experience: The kit has everything required to look after every need of the passenger - every detail has been taken care of and it then can be reused as an iPad case post flight. Unique features: The skincare items within the kit are high-quality, made in New Zealand and generously-sized - ensuring passengers will want to use them well after the flight has landed. www.galileowatermark.com

Aircalin Business Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: AVID ProductsFeatured onboard: AircalinDescription: A lightweight and compact carry case made of a soft-touch material. Design elements in synergy with Aircalin branding are carried throughout the case and amenity products. Quality products included are nicely packaged and provide the comforts of home.Function: Comfort items assist with relaxation and hygiene. Featuring two sleeping masks to ensure a comfort fit, ear plugs, slip-resistant socks, toothbrush, Colgate toothpaste, mini tissues, Melvita organic skin products, and a draw-string storage or laundry bag.Passenger Experience: Designed with a pleasing look and soft-touch materials, the kit promotes comfort and well-being and gives passengers quality products that last well beyond initial use. Convenient in size and lightweight, it offers flexibility of use.Unique features: This kit keeps details in mind, including the study of haptics (the psychology of touch sensation). The soft-touch material adds to the overall experience. It provides useful and functional products designed with brand synergy. Carry case has an additional zipper pocket.Additional information: AVID Products is an employee-owned company dedicated to providing quality comfort items and enhancing the passenger experience. We take great pride in designing innovative and highly-functional products.www.avidproducts.com

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Best Onboard Amenities - Premium Economy

Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Class Amenity Kit with ZixagOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Cathay Pacific Description: The Cathay Pacific Premium Economy kit is a rectangular-shaped canvas bag fitted with a single top-zip. The outside and inside lining of the bag showcase exclusive artwork by Danny Yung, a very well-known graphic artist from Hong Kong. The artwork features the character Tian Tian Xiang Shang, as well as his Asian-inspired oil painted fishes, bamboo stalks and leaves. Tian Tian is commonly known to be looking up and pointing at a thought or speech bubble, where an airplane will be added into his ‘message’ in the sky. The interior of the bag is lined with a coated canvas material, making the oil paintings seem as if they were really painted on the bag. It is extremely light weight and offered in four different earth tones imitating natural hues like fern and sand. Function: The bag’s simple one-compartment design allows for endless uses post-flight. Its soft material also makes it flexible and great for packing for any occasion. This collectable amenity bag will be released in 16 different designs for passengers to obtain. It includes essential inner items such as a dental kit, socks, an eye shade and earplugs to add comfort to the passenger’s onboard experience.Passenger Experience: This new amenity bag collection offers a more unique experience because of the exclusive Danny Yung illustrations, a very well-known graphic artist from the same hometown as Cathay Pacific and FORMIA – Hong Kong. Fans of the Hong Kong artist will be excited to collect all the designs. Unique features: Danny Yung’s illustrations bring these bags to life and differentiate them from anything else in the market. The simplicity of the design lets the illustrations speak for themselves while invoking a sense of harmonious tranquillity. It shows the rest of the world what Hong Kong can bring to the market.www.formia.com

China Airlines Premium Economy Class Amenity Kit with Institut KaritéOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: China AirlinesDescription: The China Airlines Premium Economy amenity kit is presented as a brown slim hard case with green binding trim and zipper. The wraparound zipper is recessed between the case panels and features a metal zipper pull. This rectangular-style case with rounded corners is super lightweight. The olive-green interior features an elastic pocket on one side and a brown elastic holding band on the other.Function: The kit contains cosmetics by Institut Karité Paris - hand cream and lip balm - a brand with global exposure and universal appeal. A variety of other items are also included: eye mask, dental set, comb, earplugs, brand leaflets and airline sticker. The hard case makes it excellent for post-flight use, able to hold glasses in the inner pocket and a passport or other documents under the elastic band.Passenger Experience: The kit not only offers products by the French cosmetics brand Institut Karité Paris, known for its Shea butter line, but is also an attractive case to be admired wherever it is displayed.Unique features: This product is better than anything similar in this market due to the unique and innovative design of the hard case, making it an excellent post-flight product for everyday use.www.formia.com

Alitalia Premium Economy Amenity Kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: AlitaliaDescription: This colourful on-brand, printed neoprene kit includes skincare from Scaramouche+Fandango, socks, dental kit, earplugs, comb and fun double-sided eye mask. The zipped bag can be used to store a smartphone or other essentials once the flight has landedFunction: The kit features all the essential items to enable customers to enjoy their flight and feel at home when travelling long haul. The addition of skincare items ensures skin is looked after in the harsh conditions at 37,000ft.Passenger Experience: The skincare items from S+F have been designed specifically to counteract the skincare issues frequently experienced inflight. In addition the double-sided eye mask specifying whether you would like to be woken or not will ensure you can rest. Unique features: Unusually, this Premium Economy kit features both a lip balm and moisturiser and includes a generous selection of comfort items.www.galileowatermark.com

Delta Premium Economy KitOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: Delta Air LinesDescription: Delta’s Premium Economy passengers receive a complimentary leather-feel navy blue TUMI amenity kit with Malin+Goetz travel essentials.Function: The TUMI amenity kit includes all the essentials including a soft padded eye mask, socks and earplugs to aid sleep, a Colgate dental kit including toothpaste and toothbrush and a Malin+Goetz hand cream.Passenger Experience: Delta provides passengers with an upgraded experience to ensure they will arrive at their destination well rested and refreshed. Unique features: Providing passengers with a branded amenity kit is unique in this class. The kits deliver an unparalleled level of comfort for Premium Economy, proving six comfort items to assist rest and relaxation inflight.news.delta.com

EVA Air Premium Economy Amenity Kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: EVA AirDescription: The sleek, monochrome unisex kit is the perfect size for all the travel amenities and intends to add a delightful touch to the inflight experience. The bag is printed with Erno Laszlo’s iconic pattern and has a two-colour body for added contrast. Function: The kit includes an eye mask, dental kit with premium White Glo toothpaste, ear plugs, comb and skincare items from Erno Laszlo. The lip balm and face cream help combat the typical skincare problems encountered whilst travelling. Passenger Experience: Small details make a big difference. This comprehensive kit has all the essentials to influence the passenger experience positively. The internationally-renowned cosmetics are effective and luxurious, helping create a world-class environment onboard.Unique features: The kit features a generous selection of comfort items for PEY and is elevated due to its collaboration with Erno Laszlo. The brand launched in NYC 90 years ago and working with some of the biggest showbiz names revolutionised the skincare industry.www.galileowatermark.com

EVA Air Premium Economy Amenity Kits with ThannOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: EVA AirDescription: The EVA Air Premium Economy kits are designed with passengers' journey already in mind – the bag opens up flat with multiple mesh slip pockets inside. It is compact in size, rectangular shaped and offered in green tones to complement EVA Air’s subtle Elite cabin colours, creating a coherent onboard experience.Function: Designed to be multi-functional, this kit opens like a book, or mini garment bag, and has a special hook attachment on one end. The functional design of the bag allows passengers to take it on their travels and use it as a toiletry bag and organiser. The amenity kit includes THANN’s signature products: rice extract lip balm and rice extract moisturising cream to comfort the passenger’s onboard experience during the flight.Passenger Experience: This amenity kit adds to the passenger experience by giving them a contemporary-designed carrying case to privately bring toiletries and necessities to the onboard lavatory, with the ability to hang it and freshen up hands-free. Unique features: Apart from other amenity kits in Premium Economy, this bag transforms and creates a DIY shelf and directly provides for the needs of any traveller in an accessible and organised manner. The hook attachment allows travellers to keep their toiletries arranged in the kit the way they like, access them more freely, and the bag remains clean and dry from bathroom surfaces. The thought put into the design of this bag goes beyond the onboard experience and takes into account the after-flight journey.www.formia.com

Qantas Country Road Premium Economy Amenity Kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: QantasDescription: Continuing its partnership with Country Road, the refreshed 2017/18 kit features an effortlessly stylish and simple modern design. The canvas bag features a simple print with a white and gold foiled logo for a touch of glamour. Function: The kit enhances the passenger experience by providing a collection of travel essentials that bring additional comfort to the journey. The kit includes a Country Road-branded eye mask and tooth brush as well as socks, toothpaste and dental flosspick.Passenger Experience: Country Road has designed beautiful clothing and homewares for an authentic Australian way of life for over 40 years. Passengers travelling to or from Australia will be familiar with the brand, a partnership between them is relevant and inspiring.Unique features: The symbiotic partnership is truly meaningful to the airline and territory. Qantas aims to improve the Premium Economy customer experience with this simple yet chic amenity product which embodies both brands.www.galileowatermark.com

Air New Zealand Premium Economy Amenity Kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: Air New ZealandDescription: This colourful printed bag features an embroidered side tag, embossed zip pull and colour-coordinated socks and eye mask as well as a lip balm from Kiwi skincare brand Ashley & Co, branded pen, dental kit and ear plugs. Function: The items included are designed to make the passenger experience more pleasurable and cater for their every need. The colourful socks and eye mask add extra fun to the kit and ensure it stands out amongst others. Passenger Experience: Consumers increasingly look for local skincare items and the addition of the generous 15ml Ashley & Co lip balm elevates the passenger experience as not only is it unexpected but hugely useful inflight. Unique features: This kit has all the essentials but the reusable bag and generously-sized lip balm separate it from other premium offerings and ensure it will be used post-flight. www.galileowatermark.com

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Best Onboard Amenities - LCC / Economy

Garuda Indonesia Economy Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: Garuda IndonesiaDescription: These ultra-light kits are adorned by re-interpretations of Indonesian designs. ‘Batik Kawung’ represents the palm fruit, ‘Batik Tirta Teja’ depicts the interplay of water and light, and ‘Batik Tumpal’ symbolises the unity of humans and the universe.Function: The bag is styled in modern reinterpretations of classic Indonesian designs to add to travellers’ immersion into Indonesia culture. The bag contains eyeshades, earplugs and socks.Passenger Experience: Passengers appreciate the three beautifully-designed Indonesian Batik motif-themed pouches. They pouches pay homage to Indonesian cultural heritage and serve as mementos.Unique features: This is a winning kit due to its attention to detail and beautiful design, not commonly found in Economy Class. The beautiful Batik motif-themed pouches are greatly appreciated by passengers.www.wessco.net

Super Stylish Air AstanaOnboard supplier: KaelisFeatured onboard: Air AstanaDescription: The new collection was divided in two sets - Nowen and Zappa - each of them with five different colours. They come with a funky design and with a large selection of products.Function: Each Nowen kit contains: shoe bag, inflatable neck pillow, toothbrush, toothpaste, hand cream and earplugs (inbound flight). Each Zappa kit contains: shoe bag, slippers, eye-mask, hand cream, toothbrush, toothpaste, pen and earplugs (outbound flight).Passenger Experience: Economy passengers will have more comfort and will feel valued. As passengers start collecting the different designs and colours of these amenity kits, Air Astana will improve not only passenger experience, but also customer engagement and loyalty.Unique features: All amenity kits have a large selection of items to guarantee passenger ́s comfort. The quality of the products is outstanding for economy class, as the airline wants to guarantee a truly excellent passenger experience in every class.Additional information: It has been a long time since such a great Economy amenity kit has been given by an airline.www.kaelisgroup.com

Aeroflot long-haul (6+) Economy Class Amenity KitOnboard supplier: AK-ServiceFeatured onboard: AeroflotDescription: The kits for passengers of economy class for long haul flights (over six hours) feature a bright and colourful design, with images of sights of the cities around the world.Function: The kit is comprised of the most-needed items for comfortable travel: colourful drawstring pouch, eye mask, slippers, ear plugs and Aeroflot-branded lip balm.Passenger Experience: The pouch is very convenient for use during travel. It can be put on the chair hook in front of the passenger to keep belongings together, with no loss of leg space. Passengers are less likely to leave belongings behind if they are out of the chair's pocket. Unique features: Passengers have a chance to assemble the entire collection of cosmetic bags with different cities such as Beijing, Moscow, Tokyo and Bangkok. There will be a new range of cities available twice a year. The eye mask in the new kits now has different prints on each side - One indicates "do not disturb" and the other "wake me up for meal".www.ak-service.ru

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Best Onboard Beverage

Fine Wines Of New ZealandOnboard supplier: Air New Zealand, Fine Wines of New ZealandFeatured onboard: Air New Zealand Business PremierDescription: Fine Wines of New Zealand (FWNZ) is a partnership between New Zealand’s foremost wine experts and Air New Zealand. It celebrates and showcases outstanding wines created in New Zealand. It is annually curated by six of New Zealand’s leading wine experts.Function: It is the airline's ambition for FWNZ to be an enduring icon, a highly-regarded selection that helps them celebrate and share New Zealand’s finest wines with the world. The basis of the FWNZ classification is to recognise enduring excellence.Passenger Experience: Air New Zealand wine consultants have selected the best wines to serve at altitude in its Business Premier cabins from the current FWNZ list of 60 wines, representing seven varietals from wineries across New Zealand’s wine regions.Unique features: FWNZ is a further enhancement of the Business Premier wine programme, giving Air New Zealand the ability to serve its customers some of the greatest wines NZ has to offer. A selection of fine wines is served throughout the year alongside the primary BP wine list.Additional information: The criteria for FWNZ is world-class quality and consistency – a high barrier to inclusion consisting of wine quality, wine pedigree and longevity. A wine that can truly stand the test of time as a world-class example of New Zealand’s finest wine.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxCG-oCzJwswww.finewines.nz

MiniBarBox Wine Collection and Gin&TonicOnboard supplier: gateretailFeatured onboard: Norwegian Air, Level, NovairDescription: A collector's item box with The Botanist Gin, FeverTree tonic, botanicals, expertly- paired ginger snacks and a stirrer. Crew provides glass & ice. The MiniBarBox Wine Collection presents wines in patented glass tubes that preserve the organoleptic qualities and classification of the wine.Function: The MBB G&T allows passengers to mix their own cocktail with colour-changing botanicals. The sweet ginger snack pairs perfectly. MBB wine collection pairs premium wines with two truffles that complement the pallet. An experience. Both a great gift! Passenger Experience: It’s now less about conspicuous consumption and more about moments that passengers can cherish, share and photograph. This luxurious inflight drink offering transcends the everyday on-board drinks selection and provides a unique onboard experience. Unique features: The MBB offering is the only cocktail kit & wine collection containing perfectly-paired sweets. Therefore this is not a drink, it’s a tasting experience. Using only premium and artisanal brands and products to provide the best taste and look & feel.Additional information: In 2017 we ran an extremely successful trial. This did not lead to any cannibalisation of standard drinks offerings. Instead, we saw 8% revenue growth in the alcohol category on trial routes. A true crowd pleaser! Out of the box and into the moment!www.mbb-gateretail.com

On The Rocks Craft CocktailsOnboard supplier: On The RocksFeatured onboard: Hawaiian AirlinesDescription: On The Rocks craft cocktails are sleek, clean and unmistakably Hawaiian. They are cane sugar-sweetened and preservative-free. Each cocktail has its own distinct colour and character, with coloured caps that correlate to the different cocktail flavours.Function:These refreshing cocktails help guests to relax with an authentic tropical beverage enroute to their island vacation. Passenger Experience: As a pre-departure beverage, an On The Rocks Mai Tai provides an opportunity for each First guest to start their vacation as soon as they board the plane. All guests can choose from three different flavours during the flight.Unique features: On The Rocks craft cocktails have been customised for Hawaiian Airlines to reflect the true taste of Hawaii with flavours such as Lychee Martini & Li Hing Vodka Gimlet along with the ever-popular Mai Tai.Additional information: Offering an authentic Hawaiian product with unique flavours that exceeds guests' expectations increases sales and helps to define the Hawaiian Airlines travel experience.www.ontherockscocktails.com

Tetley On The Go CupsOnboard supplier: Tetley Tea, TATA Global BeveragesFeatured onboard: Jet2 and Thomas Cook Description: A well-known brand is the most important factor in a tea drinkers' choice. With Tetley On The Go Cups – from the UK’s No.1 tea brand, onboard customers can enjoy the warming comforts of a cuppa, out of home. To support customer engagement and brand advocacy, the Tetley On The Go Cups includes a social media link, with the hashtag, #ItStartsWithTea, encouraging consumers to tweet the view from their Tetley brew. This initiative has generated a great deal of interaction from onboard passengers who tweet images including their Tetley On The Go Cup.Function: Tetley’s Easy Squeeze tea bags are used in the On The Go Cups, allowing customers to personalise their cuppa, without the risk of drips or spillages. These are designed with two draw-strings, making it easy to squeeze out the delicious flavour of Tetley Original. Easy Squeeze tea bags make much less mess than other tea bags, and when paired with the sip lids on the cups greatly reduce drips and spillages – perfect for when on the move. Quick and convenient to use, Tetley On The Go Cups allow onboard operators to provide a faster, hassle-free service. Passenger Experience: The Tetley On The Go Cups provide passengers with a social experience thanks to the Tetley Twitter handle and #ItStartsWithTea included on the outside of the cup, passengers can engage with the brand on social media and share a view from their brew. The cups are also fresh seal, meaning the freshest possible tea is served.Unique features: The Tetley On The Go Cup has many features that similar products in the market don’t have. Double-walled functionality enables the tea to be kept warm for longer, without the cup becoming too hot to hold, meaning traditional paper sleeves are not required, thus minimising waste. To support and market the On The Go Cup, Tetley provides dedicated point of sale equipment, including a cup holder tray and a tea bag cube container. Airlines that have switched to Tetley have reported a significant 20+% uplift in tea sales.www.tetleyteaacademy.co.uk

Pulpoloco SangriaOnboard supplier: AA Bakeries InternationalFeatured onboard: New LaunchDescription: Light-bodied, fruity and refreshing sangria! Made from tempranillo grapes, with natural extracts of orange peels, and Mediterranean cherries and grapes. Bottled in an unique eco-friendly packaging.Function: Pulpoloco is a Sangria that respects the typical Spanish flavour and original formula for production. It makes the cabin beverage selection complete.Passenger Experience: Pulpoloco's character is defined with a light cherry red tone, clean and bright. The taste is very friendly and soft, the typical sweet taste of Sangria. It brings the relaxing holiday experience to the passenger.Unique features: Pulpoloco Sangria is 100% natural, bottled in an unique eco-friendly packaging awarded with the Silver medal of Convino 2017 and with the Gold Medal in Label Design, San Francisco 2017.www.goduto.nl

Colby Red WineOnboard supplier: Truett-Hurst Featured onboard: United AirlinesDescription: A delicious red wine blend of cabernet sauvignon, zinfandel, Shiraz, merlot & petite sirah served in United’s Polaris cabin. We are proud to partner with Colby Red to support the American Heart Association (AHA).Function: Colby Groom, son of winemaker Daryl Groom, experienced multiple heart surgeries as a child. Inspired by his ordeal, Colby has raised money for heart research. He asked his dad if they could create a wine where proceeds go to heart health charities.Passenger Experience: Colby Red shows how the Groom family’s passion for winemaking and viticulture has given back, securing the same level of help and support Colby received as a child for others. Unique features: Thanks to ongoing support, Colby Red has grown from the initial goal of $500 in donations to an amazing $1,000,000. Additional information: 14,000 cases of Colby Red have flown the friendly skies. That’s over 168,000 bottles! From this, $70,000 has been donated to the AHA and other heart-related charities due to United’s commitment to Colby!www.colbyred.com

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Catering Innovation of the Year

Virgin Trains East Coast with James Martin bespoke on-board serviceOnboard supplier: RG Featured onboard: Virgin Trains East CoastDescription: With celebrated Chef James Martin, RG has created unique menus to meet all its First and Standard customer needs, so they can enjoy a taste of his distinctive food style, passion for ingredients and Yorkshire heritage - the region at the heart of the route. Function: Speed and simplicity are key to delivering complimentary service to 150 First and retailing to 300-plus Standard customers per train. The natural wholesome products are designed to meet the complex needs of a national supply chain, guaranteeing optimum quality on 60 trains daily across the UK Passenger Experience: James’ fresh, seasonal dishes form two distinctive offers for First and Standard.Delightfully surprising yet comfortingly familiar, his bespoke recipes showcase the best British fare and local food heroes sourced along the route. Customers love his creative dishes and delicious ingredients. Unique features: No railway or airline offers such a unique menu across every class, enabling all customers to enjoy James’ exclusive recipes and enticing food offers, whether café bar grab and go, restaurant-style First dining or even stopping off at James Martin Kitchen on the station for more! Additional information:RG has witnessed an amazing and sustained impact on satisfaction scores which measure product availability and quality. First Class catering satisfaction has risen by 4% for quality, retail by 6%. First Class customer satisfaction hit target in just four weeks. Video clip: https://www.railgourmet.com/video/OBH%20Awards%20Video%202018/www.virgintrainseastcoast.com

SATS Soup-on-the-Go (Ambient Shelf-Stable Soups)Onboard supplier: SATS Ltd.Featured onboard: Singapore AirlinesDescription: Authentic Asian- and Western-flavoured soups crafted by our award-winning chefs, packed in convenient microwavable single-serve packaging. With over 13 flavours to cater to international palates, these soups bring a taste of home' to the air. Function: SATS recognises the challenge of serving gourmet food to meet passenger demands given the limited aircraft galley space. Our products are ambient, shelf-stable, space-saving, highly versatile (eaten as-is or with ingredients) and easy to reheat. Passenger Experience: The variety and versatility of the soups available offer a range of tasty authentic flavours for passengers to enjoy regardless of the class of travel. The soups can transform from a soup to a comfort meal simply by pairing with different ingredients. Unique features: Soup-on-the-Go has been developed for easy storage in the aircraft galley, which enables airlines to save space. It is easily rotable as it is ambient shelf-stable, enabling airlines to easily manage stocks, reduce costs and lessen food wastage. Additional information: It is suitable for all carriers and offers all classes of passenger a versatile range of authentic delicious meals in the sky. The products are also ISO22000, HACCP- and Halal-certified, giving customers quality assurance. Video clip: https://youtu.be/veQIIBKBc5wwww.sats.com.sg

The Barista CupOnboard supplier: The Barista CupFeatured onboard: AirDescription: At first glance the Barista Cup looks like an ordinary cup of to-go coffee with slight nuances in the lid’s filtration. But, looking inside this innovative cup, you will see the coffee’s rich oils and water interact, resulting in a perfect brew. Function: The cup brews coffee in two simple steps: pour in hot water, add fresh coffee grounds. The coffee’s oils released into the water create a luxurious flavour, and the coffee channel traps grounds as they sink, preventing the coffee from becoming bitter. Passenger Experience: An internet search finds evidence that airlines are not known for good tasting coffee. The Barista Cup changes this by brewing the perfect cup of any coffee, every time. Passengers can sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee while flying. Unique features: Due to the innovation of the Barista Cup’s design and function, there’s no other product that can promise to brew the perfect cup of coffee. It’s easy to use and can brew any type of ground coffee. It’s the first smart brew cup of its kind. Additional information: A regular cup from coffee chains uses an average of 15gms of ground coffee. The Barista Cup requires only 5gms to brew a better-tasting cup with the same body and strength. This decreases resources used, making it an environmentally-friendly option. Video clip: https://youtu.be/McYSeEb4koYwww.thebaristacup.com

Schaer Gluten Free Packaged Meal SolutionOnboard supplier: Oakfield Farms Solutions Europe LtdFeatured onboard: Aviation and RailDescription:Oakfield Farms Solutions Europe has partnered up with Schaer – Europe’s Number 1 brand in Gluten Free Products, and has developed a unique Special Meal for the travel industry.
With brand recognition value and focus on optimised handling, whilst providing a proper and tasty meal to passengers, this meal solution is unique and bridges the gap between special meal requirements and catering complexity. Being delivered as a ready assembled solution, it assures maximum safety and quality to consumers as well as operators.Function:Schaer’s Gluten Free concept contains an authentic Italian Hot meal, an artisan bread roll, a portion of a creamy butter and an indulgent chocolate covered wafer snack. The meal solution is available as a vegetarian and non- vegetarian option.
The Hot meal is placed in a separate compartment, which allows the crew to easily remove it for heating and reinsert it for the service. By unfolding the compartments, the passenger can create his own tray, which secures an immaculate and delightful inflight meal.
All components come readily assembled in one box, which makes this concept easy to handle and delicious to enjoy and will certainly improve the travel experience of people with special nutritional needs or preferences.
In addition, it is suitable for all services – complementary, pre order or buy on board and has a great frozen shelf life. Passenger Experience:A gluten free diet is not always a health requirement, it is often a lifestyle choice.
However, passengers often encountered the fact that gluten free nutrition is frequently neglected when it comes to a high quality meal offering.
With this meal solution, passengers will experience a nutritional and delicious menu and can rely on Oakfield Farms Solutions’ and Schaer’s brand guarantee and quality for culinary excellence and trustworthiness.Unique features:Combining Schaer’s brand presence and its long term recognition in over 60 countries to Oakfield Farms expertise in onboard catering, this gluten free solution is delicious yet easy to handle for the catering unit as well as for the crew.
It can be offered throughout a whole network and therefore allows consistency of service and passenger satisfaction. Additional information:Schaer’s Gluten Free concept will be officially launched at WTCE 2018 in Hamburgwww.oakfieldfarms.eu

Snap & Squeeze Onboard supplier: Menz & GasserFeatured onboard: AirDescription: Snap & Squeeze is a disruptive innovation for the jam market. A smart, clean and user-friendly single portion that changes the idea of eating jam. Function: Snap the portion easily with the finger tips, squeeze and spread your jam on a toast without knives or spoons with one hand only. A quick, clean and versatile solution for snack-time. Passenger Experience: Passengers can enjoy their breakfast time with no worries about messing up the tray space, cleaning or waste.Unique features: It’s a quick, clean and versatile solution with a dual-opening for enjoying jam: the traditional peel off or with one hand only. Film and base stay together after use to reduce waste.www.menz-gasser.it

Pau Hana Cafe ServiceOnboard supplier: variousFeatured onboard: Hawaiian AirlinesDescription: Pau Hana, a Hawaiian word for 'finished work', is time to relax and unwind after a long day. The Pau Hana Cafe Service offers exclusive branding and local flavours in complimentary in-flight meals as well as a signature cocktail before landing. Function: Pau Hana Cafe Service focuses on adding service touch-points during the flight, creating more highly-valued opportunities for passengers to interact with in-flight crew. Passenger Experience: Local flavours, regional influences and increased exposure to the hospitality of the gracious flight attendants provides guests with a Hawaii experience from the moment they set foot on the aircraft, and is reinforced with the Pau Hana Cafe Service. Unique features: The complimentary meal service is followed by coffee service and a sweet treat for dessert. A parting Mahalo or 'thank you' service features Hawaiian Airlines' popular Koloa Breeze cocktail from Kauai and its signature Pau Hana Snack Mix. Additional information: By developing a series of touch-points throughout the guest’s journey, combined with meal items showcasing the Hawaiian Islands' flavours, the airline hopes to create a greater sense of the Hawaiian hospitality guests have come to enjoy onboard its flights. www.hawaiianairlines.com

MiniBarBox Wine Collection and Cocktail rangeOnboard supplier: gateretailFeatured onboard: Norwegian Air, Level, NovairDescription: A collector's item box with premium liquor, sophisticated mixers, botanicals, expertly-paired snacks and stirrer. Fits 12 in one drawer. The premium wines are in patented glass tubes that preserve the organoleptic qualities and classification of the wine. Function: It allows passengers to mix their own superior cocktail with colour-changing botanicals. Both product ranges include snacks that pair perfectly. The wines are premium and therefore a different choice to that on-board. A moment or a great gift! Passenger Experience: Today it's less about conspicuous consumption and more about moments that passengers can cherish, share and photograph. This luxurious inflight drink offering transcends the everyday on-board drinks selection and provides a unique experience. Unique features: The MBB offering is the only cocktail kit and wine collection that offers perfectly-paired snacks. Therefore this is a tasting experience rather than a drink. Using only premium and artisanal brands and products to provide the best taste, look and feel. Additional information: In 2017 we ran an extremely successful trial that didn't lead to any cannibalisation of standard drinks offerings. Instead, we saw 8% category revenue growth. With our launch customer we see projected sales of 750000 eur p.y. for only three SKUs. www.mbb-gateretail.com

Cloud DineOnboard supplier: En Route InternationalFeatured onboard: AirDescription: Cloud Dine offers passengers a range of ten tasty retail-inspired frozen dishes, packed and branded with a full ingredients list and a food traffic light system. Function: With this most recent range of meals, En Route has banished the traditional airline foil, offering a fresh innovative new look and feel by using our stylish fully-ovenable trays. Passenger Experience: Whilst reducing the complexity of meal trays and decreasing the number of components offered to passengers, the Cloud Dine range offers flyers a large entrée meal that entails the characteristics of a retail-inspired experience. Unique features: Using only premium quality ingredients, our brand-new recipes have been made in small batches to guarantee each bite will deliver perfectly on taste and flavour, providing the perfect meal for on-board retail, meal upgrades and crew dining. Additional information: The packaging was designed to be fully ovenable, meaning it is easy and quick for crew to handle as the materials used allow the tray to stay cool to touch. The sleeves used are recyclable. www.en-route.com

Ambient Ready to Eat MealOnboard supplier: Dofood Co., Ltd.Featured onboard: Thai Lion AirDescription:Retorted treated, oven ready, sealed aluminum tray ready meal. Standard onboard catering meal size.Function:Retort treated with two years shelve life in ambient temperature. 48 oven ready meal fit into each airline oven, heating time is 12 minutes in low setting. Lids are easily removed and finished meal are aesthetically pleasing.Passenger Experience:Our ready meal allows for consistently good taste in budget friendly way. We offer a wide variety of international meal solution for customers to choose from, all recipes are developed by authentic chefs from their representative countries.Unique features:Compared to frozen solution, our meal reduces both storage cost and potential waste because it only requires an ambient storage solution. With the retort technology, our meals also contain no preservatives.Additional information:Efficient and cost saving solution especially for budge airline. www.dofood.com

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Best Onboard Service Equipment - For passengers

SAS CubeOnboard supplier: deSterFeatured onboard: Scandinavian AirlinesDescription: Cube is the new buy-on-board concept by SAS Scandinavian Airlines. Designed and conceptualised by Designit, developed and produced by deSter, Cube is the result of a unique partnership offering a simple yet premium and truly Nordic meal experience. Function: Cube boasts a symbiotic combination of plastic and cardboard elements, delivering a superior and compact meal service solution without compromising on the full meal experience. Its intricately designed components make for effortless handling. Passenger Experience: Cube is inspired by take-away culture and truly unique to the industry. Its easy handling enables an uninterrupted continuation of a passengers’ activity while eating, whilst separately packed condiments provide a plethora of customisation options. Unique features: Cube can be handheld like a take-out container leaving the table free. When the meal is finished it can be reassembled to take up minimal table space. This way passengers have ample room for other activities. Cube is a smooth service with less clutter. Additional information: The environmental impact of Cube was optimised by the use of post-consumer recycled and lightweight plastics. Implementing FSC-certified cardboard contributes to sustainable forestry. Scandinavian design combined with sustainable product development.www.dester.com

Alessi for DeltaOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: Delta Air LinesDescription: The range includes 86 bespoke products based on Alessi’s contemporary and iconic designs. Alessi brings a modern, stylish look and feel to Delta’s premium cabins. The collection is based on popular items inspired by six renowned designers. Function: Alessi for Delta is a stylish and functional line of service products and tableware. The range includes flatware, cutlery, glassware, ceramics, tabletop accessories such as napkin rings and salt & pepper shakers, servingware and trays. Passenger Experience: Alessi’s innovative designs bring an uncompromising level of elegance for passengers. The designs appeal to many senses, the appearance and the tactile and sensory experience such as the sound, look and feel all contribute to the overall enjoyment. Unique features: It combines the designs that made Alessi an iconic brand with Delta’s efforts to redefine the inflight experience through thoughtful innovation. It is the first time Alessi has appeared inflight with a major airline with such a comprehensive programme. Additional information: A major launch for Delta, it was unveiled with menu enhancements and a continually improved experience. The launch achieved significant media coverage from publications such as Bloomberg, Wired, Dezeen, Elle Décor Italia and Condé Nast Traveller.Video clip: https://vimeo.com/222456941 news.delta.com

Lufthansa New Economy Class ConceptOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: LufthansaDescription: Bringing premium to Economy class, the smooth, round surfaces are matt-bevelled to catch the light from many angles. Restaurant-style design and premium Lufthansa colours reflect the luxury service that’s extended to Economy class. Function: The rounded-edge tray design is easy to grip and improves the ergonomic and functional performance for the crew and caterer. It also has a discreet interlocking function, meaning when one tray is pulled out, the one behind comes forward automatically. Passenger Experience: The design is entirely focused on a healthier, enjoyable dining experience for the Economy passenger. The elegant, restaurant-like design offers large salad bowls and hand-sized coffee mugs for a truly larger than life dining experience in economy. Unique features: Simply, it goes for gold. It goes the extra mile to invest in design for Economy, exuding elegance, fine dining and indulgence in the cabin. Additional information: The interlocking system adds an extra dimension, as passengers can witness the crew effortlessly serving trays with no hassle. Kerosene consumption is reduced by weight-optimisation and 1k injection moulding and laser engraving lowers production costs. www.spiriant.com

JIA for Hong Kong AirlinesOnboard supplier: Clip LimitedFeatured onboard: Hong Kong AirlinesDescription: To showcase Hong Kong’s unique cultural heritage and blend of culture – the airline teamed up with JIA, a young and exciting tableware brand that blends cutting edge Western design and contemporary Asian food culture. Function: Made from new bone china, stainless steel, glass and a touch of fun (dim sum-inspired S&P shakers) the delicately crafted pieces are reminiscent of different elements of the bauhinia flower, the symbol of Hong Kong and logo of Hong Kong Airlines. Passenger Experience: Designed to maximise passengers’ appreciation and with visual aesthetics which complement the food elements perfectly, the pieces cunningly play with Eastern and Western references: for example, the cutlery is Western but formally resembles chopsticks. Unique features: The set of equipment is a demonstration of Hong Kong Airlines’ commitment to providing its customers with a genuine and unique experience of the Hong Kong culture and lifestyle. From JIA to the Bauhinia flower-shaped items to dim sum salt and pepper shakers! Additional information: Hong Kong Airlines is the first leading airline to join forces with a local internationally-renowned brand to create the perfect Business tableware by capturing the right essence of a 'truly Hong Kong' product for its long-haul services. www.cliponboard.com

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Best Onboard Service Equipment - For crew

Zodiac Cool TrolleyOnboard supplier: Zodiac AerospaceFeatured onboard: Silkair, Air Asia Indonesia, Brussels AirlinesDescription: At first sight, the Cool Trolley looks like a normal Hybrite S trolley, and is indeed as durable, ergonomic and modular. However, it is specially designed to keep contents chilled between 0 and 8°C for up to 14 hours, enabling return catering. The panels can be sublimated with any desired graphics. Function: The Cool Trolley is fully-insulated, and has no electrical systems. Simply insert dry ice or cassettes to keep the contents chilled up to 14 hours. Crew doesn’t need to refill additional dry ice for the return trip, and no space inside the trolley is sacrificed. It is also hygienic and easy to wash. Passenger Experience: A wider range of meal choices becomes possible, answering to the rising trend of healthy, fresh food which can be served cold. Also allows for local specialty foods which can normally only be provided from certain airports. Crew doesn’t need to handle dry ice refills or additional loose items. Unique features: The Zodiac Cool Trolley keeps its contents cool for up to 2.3 times longer than regular trolleys, while keeping temperature differences inside to a minimum. It is the first and only certified (EASA) airline catering trolley available in the market with such properties.Additional information:Benefits for airlines: no dependence on outstation catering facilities (bring everything from the base station), reduce dry ice, outstation meal and handling costs; increase onboard meal offering; reduce outstation turnaround time; no need to install or use chillers, no power needed.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjGqqzxBBFI&feature=youtu.bewww.catering.zodiacaerospace.com

Ministro Serving FlaskOnboard supplier: MaltonFeatured onboard: Air, Rail.Description: The Ministro is a double-wall insulated, stainless steel thermal flask. The body is made of high-grade steel with a brushed finish, whilst the neck, handle and spout is formed from a moulded high-density plastic to create the ergonomic shape. Its lid incorporates a pour-release button under the user’s thumb. Function: Ministro’s primary function is a tea and coffee server, but can also be used for cold liquids and certain soups. Its purpose is to make the life of the cabin crew easier by making the service process quicker, safer, and by providing a better-quality product to the passenger. Passenger Experience: The thermal insulation on the Ministro is exceptional, keeping its contents piping hot for the duration of the food service, ensuring the beverage is served how it was intended to be tasted, not lukewarm and substandard. The quick pour rate and safe operating mechanism is also designed to allow the crew to serve quicker, not leaving passengers waiting. Unique features: Against most other serving flasks, the Ministro keeps its contents hotter for longer and is also far safer. The lid is secured firmly in place by the thread, and it can only pour when the lever is depressed, meaning if the flask was to be dropped or knocked, the risk of a passenger being burned by the contents is eliminated. Additional information: Ministro acts as a space saver, its designed to fit six flasks perfectly into one standard unit. We also developed it with the cleaning team in mind, incorporating a wide-open neck and smooth edges internally and externally to make their job easier. The lid also has a precision engineered thread to ensure a perfect fit every time when screwed on. www.maltoninflight.com

Qantas trayOnboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:This sophisticated, graphite-coloured tray designed by David Caon has a high-quality finish that is perfectly aligned with the Business Class cabin environment. The tray features contrast Qantas branding and features recesses for easy handling. Function: This tray was designed with the needs and pain points of crew front of mind. It features a non-slip top and bottom and a recessed non-slip area at the bottom of the tray to ensure safe crew handling. Passenger Experience:The easy handling of this tray and non-slip features ultimately create a safer cabin environment as spillages will be less likely. Unique features:Its unique ergonomic design is crew friendly and ensures high performance standards are met. www.galileowatermark.com

Eurowings Smart BoxOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: EurowingsDescription: A compact and attractive food box, housing both food and drink in generous helpings to passengers. In a lightweight, deli-style design it’s easy to handle for both crew and passengers. Function: The focus is on ease of use and handling. It makes life easier for the crew as it can be swiftly packed on an automated process and the combined package of food and drink minimises back-and-forth. Passenger Experience: Although compact, it unfolds into a big spread with generous helpings of hot and cold snacks, with the lid of the bigger box turning into a hot-meal tray mat. Its attractive design is also functional, by speeding up service with no added handling. Unique features: It allows low-cost airlines to offer generous portions whilst optimising trolley space. It offers ultimate flexibility, as different boxes can be packed into different catering facilities or suppliers. It’s highly efficient and truly space saving. Additional information: The game-changing aspect of this smart box is that it’s rare for low-cost airline passengers to have generous food helpings. Also, when finished with, the crew can dispose of the inner-items and restack the boxes, even saving space in the trash bag. www.spiriant.com

United Airlines Hollowware ProgramOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: United AirlinesDescription: The collection’s clean cylindrical design is inspired by United Airlines’ globe. It consists of highly-polished stainless steel items with practical handles and elegant engraved fluid lines for a luxurious two-tone shiny/matte finish. Function: This stainless steel serviceware collection consists of a coffee pot, tea pot, water pitcher, ice bucket, creamer, wine rack, and caddy topping. It allows for variations in size and proportion to suit a wide range of onboard catering needs. Passenger Experience: This set allows for uncompromising onboard elegance. This beautifully-designed stainless steel set outclasses average flat steel serviceware. Its high shine mirror finish will make a lasting impression with passengers. Unique features: It is designed for a comfortable grip, dishwasher-safe, easy to clean and never requires polishing. High-quality food grade stainless steel makes it safe for daily use, rust-proof and durable, with a mirror finish exterior and brush finish inside. www.wessco.net

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Best Onboard Kids Kit/Service/Catering

Air Astana kids amenity kit (from 3 to 6 years)Onboard supplier: AK-ServiceFeatured onboard: Air AstanaDescription: National Geographic brand is associated with adventures and curiosity. That is why the idea of the kit is closely connected with these senses. The set is comprised of essential accessories and activities to educate and entertain a child during the flight. Function: The amazing kit includes a green soft backpack with funny animals which is perfect for starting the first adventures of little travellers, a pencil case which can be reused post-flight for storing lots of little things, branded swimming armbands can be helpful in learning swimming during holidays, a green reflective flexible bracelet with Air Astana and National Geographic logos will make a child visible in the dark to prevent accidents. Passenger Experience:Funny tasks and board games in the kit are perfect mindfulness activities which will make the journey of little passengers pleasant and swift.Unique features:Children are interested in discovering the world from early childhood which is why it is very important to stretch their imagination. A new National Geographic Kids set has everything needed to cope with this task.www.ak-service.ru

Singapore Airlines Kids Range featuring Disney’s Star Wars, Pixar and MarvelOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: Singapore AirlinesDescription: Singapore’s new kits feature popular licenses from Disney including Star Wars, Pixar and Marvel characters. Items include interactive games, plush toys, stationary items, things to build, and activities to keep children entertained. Function: Singapore provides a variety of items for kids of all ages. The items cover different play elements such as comfort, interaction, creativity and adventure. It is the perfect package for keeping kids aged 0-12 years engaged and entertained inflight. Passenger Experience: The range is designed to provide something for all ages - comfort items for infants, fun and play for young kids, and entertainment and creativity for older kids. Plus a range of well-known brands and characters that appeals to all ages. Unique features: Giving kids products that they recognise, love and enjoy adds an extra element of appeal. Singapore’s offering includes latest release movie characters and favourites for all ages. The items ensure interactivity and fun for the youngest passengers. Additional information: Singapore Airlines refreshes its kids range every three months with new brands and products to ensure the latest up-to-date offerings, plus something new to collect on each flight. www.buzzproducts.com

KIDS KIT - TREASURE ICELAND FOR ICELANDAIROnboard supplier: KIDZinflightFeatured onboard: Iceland AirDescription: Treasure Iceland kids' packs, made for European and US flights, use the colours and nuances of Iceland and the nordic light. Most of the material are environmental friendly.Function: Iceland had a strong desire that the new concept should promote Iceland on a 'child level'. The concept takes kids on a treasure hunt in Iceland, starting at the iconic Keflavik airport to the Hallgrims Kirjka/Church to the Blue Lagoon and further. Passenger Experience: The aim is to offer kids onboard a carefully-selected variation of activities and games which draw them to the many attractions and adventures in Iceland. The focus is on high entertainment value and second life items. Unique features: The packs are unique as they combine, education about Iceland through fun activities and to make the pack even more interesting there is a built-in 'treasure hunt' which is not seen before in a kids' pack. It makes the packs mysterious, interesting, fun, educational and a real adventure, like Iceland.Additional information: When they open the packs, kids are introduced to their new Icelandic friends and travel companions. Freyja, Flóji, Katla, Skotta and Mosi. The names are the most typical Islandic names and present the characteristics of each character. Like the horse Freyja, the Goddess of Love. www.kidzinflight.com

Saudia’s Creature Crew KitOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: Saudi Arabian AirlinesDescription: Saudia’s colourful Creature Crew kits include a character satchel bag with a surprise in the front zip pocket, drawstring bag and multiplayer games such as cards, headband guessing game, character drink bottle, branded earbuds, and colour pencils. Function: The interactive kits contain multifunctional products, activities and keepsake items for travel and beyond. They involve a combination of thought processing, creativity and activities that promote the development of communication and social skills. Passenger Experience: Saudia’s new Creature Crew brand introduces fun, new characters to help kids understand their journey. They help children understand the various people onboard and their roles, including cabin crew, pilot and ground staff, in a fun engaging manner. Unique features: Saudia's emphasis on great-quality products ensures the best for kids onboard, through engaging with their customers and developing a strong understanding of the designs and products that keep their youngest travellers happy and entertained. Additional information: Saudia place high value on the family travel experience and are industry leaders in providing kids’ products that are retail quality, functional and innovative.www.buzzproducts.com

Marella Cruises Check In & In Cabin packOnboard supplier: Milk Jnr’sFeatured onboard: Marella CruisesDescription:The Check In and In Cabin packs are bright and eye-catching – designed to have real standout. The ocean travel-themed contents are educational, fun and look visually striking to perfectly position Marella as a leader in the family travel market. Function:The Check In element provides children with a tick list of ‘things to see and do’. The In-Cabin pack features additional activities – English, maths and logic puzzles, stickers and scenes, a board game to play and a set of binoculars for exploring! Passenger Experience: The packs provide immediate entertainment and engagement from the moment children board the ship. The activities are specifically devised to encourage both independent play and family interaction, plus exploration and discovery for a holiday to remember. Unique features: This bespoke pack enhances the experience for all families who travel with Marella. It complements the brand's unique onboard entertainment and facilities to create synergy across all engagement touch points and add genuine value for family travellers. Additional information: This is the 'second generation' pack we've developed after the initial TUI pack launched in 2016. Due to its success the project was given additional budget in 2017, this enabled us to create even greater engagement with extra pack items and content. www.milk-jnrs.com

Hawaiian Airlines Keiki (Children) KitOnboard supplier: WatermarkFeatured onboard: Hawaiian AirlinesDescription: The keiki (kids) kit features an airplane character who exudes the spirit of Aloha, with its welcoming face incorporated on many items. The character is shown flying over the Hawaiian Islands, welcoming keiki to our island home, Hawai‘i’ . Function: The keiki kit provides enjoyment during the flight. It includes a drawstring backpack for the child to use while in Hawai‘i’. Toys include a foam airplane, Hawai’i-themed stickers, playing cards, games, puzzle and an erasable sketch pad. Passenger Experience: Our younger guests will experience Hawai‘i’s warmth and Aloha with authentic Hawaiian hospitality. It enhances the keiki and their ohana (families') immersion into the spirit of Hawai‘I’. Unique features: The keiki kit is a fun and exclusive memento of Hawai‘i for keiki to enjoy time and time again. With the Hawaiian Airlines airplane character, it captures the Aloha spirit and energy of Hawaiian Airlines and our island home, Hawai‘i’. Additional information: Hawaiian Airlines developed this exclusive kit for keiki (children) on flights inbound to Hawai‘i from Japan. www.hawaiianairlines.com

Aeroflot kids amenity kit (from 7 to 12 years)Onboard supplier: AK-ServiceFeatured onboard: AeroflotDescription: Nowadays children from seven to 12 years are very curious and need to get new information nonstop. For this reason the original educational and stylish kit is designed specially for young school children, with a set of games, accessories and an activity book for an exciting and interesting flight. Function: The kit comes with a soft felt bag with printed graffiti headphones on it suitable for young teenagers. The design on the bag will be changed twice a year to make it more attractive to frequent fliers. Additionally, a set includes a quiz with questions about things around the world, a puzzle-board game for curious travellers, an activity book full of interesting facts and fun tasks with crayons and a pen, a bendable pencil and an eraser in the shape of an Aeroflot airplane to take to school. Passenger Experience: Funny tasks and board games in the kit are perfect mindfulness activities which will make the journey of little passengers pleasant and swift.Unique features:.www.ak-service.ru

Turkish Airlines Children’s Amenity Kit with Captain KangalOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Turkish AirlinesDescription: Designed to capture the love of young passengers on Turkish Airlines, the Captain Kangal children’s amenity kit features a sustainable plush toy re-imagined from the Turkish Airlines’ original iconic children’s character. Captain Kangal (pronounced, khan-ghahl) is outfitted in traditional pilot jacket and goggle head gear. This smiling plush and cuddly stuffed toy represents the guardian dog of protection originating from the Sivas province of Turkey, and known for its loyalty and gentleness with small children. It is made with sustainable materials and packaged in a reusable canvas bag.Function: The children’s amenity kit includes a book about Kangal, the Captain Kangal plush toy and the canvas bag in which he is packaged. The kit integrates the importance of sustainability into a product that young passengers can enjoy. Passenger Experience: Young passengers can depart the flight with a high-quality toy that gave them an entertaining onboard experience integrated into Turkish Airlines’ sustainability directive, leading to a more consistent and valuable experience for all. The message is delivered via a medium that the child can understand and the kit addresses parents’ biggest concern - to keep their children entertained so they don’t disturb other passengers. Unique features: Not just a plush toy - the Captain Kangal plush fulfils its purpose of delivering an exciting and educational-driven onboard experience. This kit aims to embrace a more inclusive, memorable passenger experience for kids while also appealing to parents. www.formia.com

Airclain Children’s Amenity Kit with Captain GobiOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: AirclainDescription: The Aircalin Children’s activity kit items is presented as a large lightweight zip pouch featuring Captain Gobi. The design of the kit is inspired by Aircalin’s interior cabin atmosphere and the iconic colours of the lagoon and red earth landscapes of New Caledonia. Function: The Captain Gobi pouch contains the Captain Gobi activity book designed to amuse and engage, and an eye-catching tin box with coloured pencils and a magnet jigsaw puzzle. This kit was developed with the mantra of delivering the most value in a compact package. It manages to fulfil all four child development aspects while offering great after use value for kids when they leave the aircraft. The activity book and colouring pencils stimulate cognitive and creative capacity while the magnetic puzzle and pouches offer the physical motor skill and emotional development for the child. Passenger Experience:The kit brings young passengers a well-rounded experience, helping to develop their minds and bringing pleasure and enjoyment. The traditional activity book, as opposed to a digital application on a smart device, has been proven to keep a child occupied the longest, addressing parents’ biggest concern to keep them entertained and not disturb other passengers. The product improves the passenger experience for parent and child.The intention of the design concept is to provide a uniquely New Caledonian-flavoured taster to excite young travellers; or a reminder of home if they are on their way abroad. Unique features:The kit features Captain Gobi of the Blueband Gobi family, a character born in the makings of this children’s kit, and given his maiden flight into the world. This pearly white fish with an adorable yellow face is outfitted in the Aircalin captain’s uniform. The unique character design illustrates the excitement of the welcoming airline captain that children all over the world admire, and hope to meet. The kit not only creates a strong connection with the airline and passenger, but also does an excellent job condensing child development aspects into a small package.www.formia.com

Air New Zealand Children’s kit Onboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: Air New ZealandDescription: The kit is packed full of goodies for the younger travellers onboard. The colourful drawstring brand contains a magic slate, eye mask, sticker collection and a printed 3D scene to decorate with stickers. Function: Designed to delight and entertain the children onboard the kit contains a few of the essentials needed to keep the younger travellers occupied. The bag is perfect as a keepsake post-flight, to ensure the children remember their trip. Passenger Experience: The kit is perfect to add something special to the children’s experience and will help keep kids amused. Unique features: This kit has been designed specifically for children and the inclusion of an eye mask sized with the little ones in mind ensures it caters for their needs. www.galileowatermark.com

Qantas Joey Club Kids Kit and Joey Club SocksOnboard supplier: QantasFeatured onboard: QantasDescription: The kit is packaged in a Joey Club re-usable zip lock bag and includes: a Joey Club Etch A Sketch, a Joey Club activity booklet and Qantas Joey Club socks in a bright red colour, featuring a vibrant Joey character and anti-slip silicone on the bottom. Function: The Joey Club Kids Kits offer interactive and engaging activities that will keep the kids occupied inflight and make flying with Qantas fun for little kids and big kids alike. The Joey Club socks are cosy and comfy and are sure to keep little feet warm inflight Passenger Experience: The Qantas Joey Club Kits are for Qantas’ youngest customers and they aim to create memorable and engaging travel experiences for them and their families. Unique features: The new kits are part of the Qantas Joey Club programme and feature fun, vibrant and distinctively Australian characters on each item.www.qantas.com.au

Scribbles & NibblesOnboard supplier: En Route InternationalFeatured onboard: AirDescription: Scribbles & Nibbles is a retail-driven children’s in-flight brand, designed and packaged to provide tasty snacks and keep children entertained. Pack includes snacks, crayons, activity booklet and pop-out 3D toy. Function: Scribbles & Nibbles allows junior flyers to stay entertained from take-off to landing and includes refreshments aimed at the demographic.Passenger Experience: Time flies when you're having fun, and this is what Scribbles & Nibbles is all about. It delights children by keeping them occupied, as well as satisfying their parents by allowing them to relax whilst their little ones are perfectly distracted.Unique features: This compact-size kids pack includes fun activities to keep children entertained throughout the entirety of their flight. The product features the perfect number of products for children to snack on, without having to commit to a full meal. www.en-route.com

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Best Onboard Snack - First/Business Class

JYMY 1917 PINE ORGANIC ICE CREAMOnboard supplier: Suomisen Maito Ltd.Featured onboard: FinnairDescription:This is a high end artisan quality organic ice cream with an indulging nordic flavour. Smooth, vanilla like texture and mouth feel, with an exotic, yet elegant and refreshing nordic forest pine aroma. It is packed into a well-designed premium black cardboard cup.Function:A stylish taste to be enjoyed as a dessert or between courses. Also a wonderful snack item. Being frozen and slightly sweet, the Jymy 1917 Pine ice cream puts a smile on your face. Quick to serve and collect from a flying Jymy ice cream dolly bar.Passenger Experience:Jymy 1917 Pine organic ice cream is very refreshing and a lovely surprise dish on board. Customers appreciate the artisan quality and cool sensation it gives. Getting an ice cream during flight feels luxurious and special. It is something new.Unique features:Ice cream is a rare and lovely indulgence on board. Customers highly appreciate a well crafted exotic brand and a delicious product that is organic, ethical and sustainably produced. Consumers can taste the difference of the high quality ingredients. Additional information:Made uniquely for Finland's centennial independence celebration. Handpicked young shoots from local organic pine trees make the soul of the sweet and fresh Jymy 1917 organic ice cream - the vanilla of the nordic forest.Video clip: https://youtu.be/wK85lyfRuuIwww.jymy.fi

Italian Gelato Onboard supplier: MV Food & Services srlFeatured onboard: Singapore AirlinesDescription:This Gelato comes in a single portion 100ml hard cup that includes a spoon under the lid, that does not touch the product itself. This guarantees absolutely hygienic standards for the final consumer. It comes in seven colours for seven flavours! Function:It is available on a fruit-base or on cream-base and can be used in a number of ways. It is mainly offered as a ready-to-eat fresh and thirst-quenching snack or to complement a dessert, cake or fruit.Passenger Experience:The Gelato is made for all being gluten-free, low in sodium, high in vegetable fats and therefore low in bad cholesterol. It is always easily spoon-able and most importantly it tastes of authentic Italian ingredients!Unique features:The product is the result of careful studies in this market segment. In addition to the characteristics listed above, it is the perfect size to fit aircraft trolleys (30 cups inside each carton), has a long shelf-life and is always ready to eat.Additional information:For special requirements bigger cups are available, from the 150ml to 500g or 1kg. Additional flavours are also available on request.www.mvfood.it

nibnibs Coconut Mini biscuitsOnboard supplier: McGuire & AssociatesFeatured onboard: United AirlinesDescription:A quality biscuit/cookie created from the finest ingredients. A pale golden mini biscuit with a crumbly rustic texture and form. Features premium desiccated coconut and coconut oil giving a natural coconut flavour and sweetness.Function:To provide a sweet treat using all natural coconut products and flavour. Ideal to accompany tea and coffee and/or the beverage of choice.Passenger Experience:These mini biscuits/cookies of a home made quality feature a choice of ingredients to enhance the passenger experience. A reassuringly premium treat.Unique features:Created using quality wheat flour from Yorkshire Mills, 100% premium coconut oil and desiccated coconut. Nib Nibs never uses palm oil of any type. Its products are free from nut and sesame allergens and suitable for vegetarians and vegans.Additional information:This product has a 2017 Great Taste Award.www.nibnibs.com

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Best Onboard Snack - Premium Economy/Economy/LCC

BitesWeLove Delicious bites to brighten your dayOnboard supplier: Gate Gourmet Netherlands & GermanyFeatured onboard: Condor, EasyjetDescription:These are delicious and healthy nutty snacks wrapped in sustainable bio-based and biodegradable packaging. Bright colours and a playful design attract immediate attention (and a smile!). See through packaging window provides great product visibility.Function:The bites are both delicious and healthy. Each bite is a mix of ingredients; there are sweet, savoury and natural varieties. Every 35g pack contains >= 15 grams of nuts, and nutritional benefits. It provides a guilt-free alternative in snacking.Passenger Experience:With only seconds to tempt passengers, this product seduces them into the healthier option with a colourful design, see-through window and by clearly stating the ingredients and benefits on the front of the pack. All that leads to the great taste experience!Unique features:The bites are both: delicious and healthy, no compromise. Lovely ingredients include dry-roasted tamari almonds, salted chickpeas, naturally-sweet dried mango, or dark chocolate buttons. The company is proud to be a frontrunner in using certified bio plastic packaging.Additional information:Research shows that daily consumption of a handful of nuts significantly reduces the risk of death due to cancer, heart disease, and respiratory disease and replacing between-meal snacks with nuts leads to a more nutrient-rich diet.zakelijk.biteswelove.nl

Vegetable Gratin PieOnboard supplier: The Bake Factory for Delta AirlinesFeatured onboard: Delta AirlinesDescription:This Vegetarian Gratin pie appeals to those looking for a comforting onboard meal that delivers rustic flavour profiles in an innovative format. The topping is a textured cheese crumble that adds contrast to the rich leek & mature cheddar filling.Function:The smaller sizing of the product also makes this a perfect second service item that delivers a premium artisan quality in the bespoke Bake Factory branded pie box.Passenger Experience:The product is a truly superior hot pastry product that has been developed with customer satisfaction at its core. The quality is extremely high and the visual finish remains consistent.Unique features:The pie is currently flying in significant volume on Data Airlines. Other vegetarian products on the market are often regarded as bland and unexciting whilst this Vegetable Gratin pie captures big of flavour in an innovative hand-held format.Additional information:Several passengers have taken the time to contact us directly to comment on the quality and flavour of our product and asked if they could buy some to have at home.Video clip: https://youtu.be/kQ--AqIaNX8www.thebakefactory.global

Pastrami, Monterey jack cheese and corn relish ciabatta toastieOnboard supplier: En Route InternationalFeatured onboard: AirDescription:A ciabatta toasted sandwich containing pastrami, Monterey Jack cheese & corn relish in white ciabatta within an ovenable cardboard box. Each unit consists of two slices of buttered bread, which are filled and lightly toasted.Function:The toastie can be offered as a complimentary hot hand-held product, simply heat in the oven for 12-14 minutes and serve to customers. Wrapped in bespoke ovenable packaging, the toastie reduces the amount of time needed to distribute food onboard. Passenger Experience:En Route's aim with this product was to source a bread offering that represented a gourmet snack item but did not simply mirror the characteristics of a standard bread types. The aim was to provide the customer with something unique that had a wow factor when they opened the packaging.Unique features:Most other hot hand-held items served on onboard are pastry based items. To receive a premium quality toasted sandwich, which is uniquely different in bread shape and filling, separates this product from other hot items in this category.www.en-route.com

Tapas Snack BoxOnboard supplier: En Route InternationalFeatured onboard: AirDescription:Alfonso’s draws inspiration from the popular legend of Alfonso X, a Spanish king accredited with the invention of tapas, to create a recognisable brand with a compelling story.Function:By using bold distinctive imagery and the detail of slate textures, the brand captures the character of authentic tapas dining. Passenger Experience:The fillings of each tapas are customisable to the client’s requirements and can incorporate products such as ambient cured meats, crackers, olives and tapenades. Airlines can bring their passengers a taste of summer all year round.Unique features:The compact size tapas packets are just right for snacking and can be shared amongst friends and family. Additionally, this product can be used as a great upsell opportunity with beer or wine.www.en-route.com

Mr LeeOnboard supplier: Mr LeeFeatured onboard: Jetstar Airlines, South Western Railways, East Midlands Trains, Trans Pennine ExpressDescription:Award winning, premium, restaurant-calibre noodle-based meal in a cup. Full of authentic oriental flavours, our noodles are low in calories, sugar, salt and saturated fats. All six of our flavours are certified gluten-free, with two vegan options.Function:A true gourmet experience in a cup or served in a bowl for the premium traveller, with a 12 month shelf life minimising wastage.
Add hot water to present passengers with a hot, tasty, nutritious meal in minutes.
with the added convenience,
Passenger Experience:The whole range is certified gluten-free & low in sugar, with 2 vegan/dairy-free options. Not only are they suitable for many dietary needs but do so in a hot, filling, convenient meal - ideal for commuters, families and occasional travellers alike.Unique features:Our innovative trait is our freeze-dried ingredients, allowing our veggies to maintain nutritional integrity & taste, meaning broccoli tastes & looks like broccoli, beef tastes ..you get the picture. This allows us to be one of the healthiest around.Additional information:Australia’s Jetstar Airlines recently achieved the title of ‘most vegan-friendly airline’ praised in the Daily Mail, after listing our vegan noodles. Available in 16oz & 14oz cups offering various retail solutions. Easy to store, quick to serve.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCRmv9HaS5swww.mrleesnoodles.com

American pancake BitesOnboard supplier: Retail In MotionFeatured onboard: Ryan AirDescription:These are super cute little pancake bites sprinkled with super sweet icing sugar... Every kid's dream (and loved by grown ups too) Function:They create a quick snack offer that appeals to a wide audience and comes at an affordable price. Passenger Experience:Travel needs to be fun and this product takes the passenger back to their childhood and helps makes them feel at home. The smell, feel and look all come together to ad to the passenger experience. Kids love it.Unique features:The taste of the product is very important and the combination with the icing sugar makes it an enticing treat passengers want instantly to indulge in... Additional information:This is a great product to offer in combination with the hot beverage service.www.snackboxtogo.com

Qantas Ovenable liquid-proof hot snack/noodle boxOnboard supplier: Global-CFeatured onboard: Currently: Qantas International medium-haul flights (2nd hot meal service)Description:A hot snack presented in a paperboard box that is modern and functional with an emphasis on space, handling and ease of use for the passenger. The paper can be either white or kraft-brown (matte or glossy) while the inner PET coated side can be white or black.Function:The size of the Qantas box is optimised to 16 per skid. The lid is designed for easy handling & opening, whilst still ensuring a secure closing for food hygiene. The box makes for a more presentable tray-less meal service – it stands well on its own.Passenger Experience:Wet & moist foods have a broader appeal to passengers across the Qantas network, but particularly for flights to Asia where the box allows Asian inspired noodle dishes with flavorsome vegetables and dressing. Artwork is reflective of the ingredients.Unique features:Qantas Noodle box is formed with a patented welding technology that creates a liquid proof seal removing concerns around food leaking or seeping. The paperboard is from sustainable sources. Presentation of food is far superior than previous options.Additional information:Qantas rigorously tested this concept to ensure usability inflight. Several types of boxes were tested to ensure quality and durability when heating inflight. Elements such as moisture control and product placement within the noodle box were reviewedwww.qantas.com

Kabuto NoodlesOnboard supplier: Kabuto NoodlesFeatured onboard: easyJet, Monarch, GWR, Norwegian AirDescription:Kabuto Noodles has a distinctive, premium and unique look and feel linked to the company's Asian roots, which can be seen throughout the packaging. The humorous and witty TOV has also been incorporated throughout the design of the pots to surprise and delight customers. Function:Describe the functions of the product
Kabuto Noodles are a quick to make and long to savour snack. Simply top up with hot water, leave for four minutes, stir well & enjoy straight from the pot. This product is not only easy to prepare by the cabin crew but also offers the customer a delicious hot meal straight at their seat. Passenger Experience:This product is all about the taste! Kabuto Noodles are a delicious combination of authentic Asian flavours and quality ingredients and don’t need to use flavour enhancers or additives. The noodles are not only delicious and filling but also vegetarian and gluten free. This allows customers to tuck into a healthy, filling hot meal at their seat.Unique features:Kabuto Noodles are not your average noodle! All our noodles are inspired by authentic Asian flavours and made with natural quality ingredients. They are better than other snacks on the market as they are naturally low in fat and calories, don't contain additives, preservatives, flavour enhancers or palm oil.kabutonoodles.com

All day Breakfast BurritoOnboard supplier: Ryan Air / Retail in MotionFeatured onboard: AIRDescription:Presented in packaging with the 'wow' factor, great design and easy-to-open seal, this burrito can be eatednout of your hand. The carton packaging is ovenable and has a matt finish to give it a more authentic feel. It is a product that can be enjoyed by all ages.Function:The product is a funky new way to offer breakfast, lunch or dinner. There is no improper time to serve or eat this delicious wrap, so it offers maximum catering flexibility.Passenger Experience:Passengers love the carefully selected top end ingredients brought together in a crunchy wrap that can be enjoyed any time, in any cabin.Unique features:A good breakfast gets you through the day, this product ticks all the boxes. It has great taste, easy-to-use packaging and provides funky new combinations for breakfast and beyond. It stands out as different from anything else on the market.Additional information:www.snackboxtogo.com

nibnibs Pesto Mini BreadsticksOnboard supplier: McGuire & AssociatesFeatured onboard: United AirlinesDescription:A premium mini breadstick with a pale golden hue and basil fleck in a quality high-barrier metalised pack. The bright & bold confident branding contains a moreish snack with a lovely crunch, savoury overtones of baked bread, basil and garlic.Function:This product aims to suppress the yearning for nibbles and delight the taste buds, with basil and garlic flavours and a baked bread savoury finish. A super accompaniment that can be served with the passengers choice of beverage without ruining their appetite for the main course.Passenger Experience:McGuire has created snacks for high-end retailers and Champagne houses and applies the same standards for customer satisfaction wherever its snacks are offered for nibbling. This range aims to enhance the passenger experience with mini versions of its premium treats.Unique features:Not only are the breadsticks made from a premium flour from Yorkshire Mills, extra virgin olive oil, fresh frozen basil and British Cheddar, they are also sesame- and nut-free. Each pack (14g on United Airlines) contains 61 calories.Additional information:The product carries the appropriate travel tag line "Where do you nibble yours?"Video clip: https://vimeo.com/208700050www.nibnibs.com

Goduto BrownieOnboard supplier: AA Bakeries InternationalFeatured onboard: TUIDescription:A rch brownie with real Belgian chocolate, protected by a fancy box. The brownie has a chewy and fudgy taste and the flaky crust melts in your mouth. The chocolate chunks inside give a real kick.Function:The brownie is easy to handle and due to the fancy functional packaging, the product has a long shelf-life, can be stored and treated as ambient and loaded optimally.Passenger Experience:The brownie is a traditionally well recognised sweet snack and the package emphasises its high level quality and taste. Unique features:This stands out as the brownie is fudgy and chewy as a brownie should be and the Goduto name highlights the new brand standing for good quality and fancy looks: a brand that consumers want to have!Additional information:The Goduto brownie is the start of a new range of snacks that will be launched in the market as: recognisable and good taste!www.goduto.nl

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Best for Sustainability Onboard

BLACK BAGASSE TRAY by WK ThomasOnboard supplier: WK ThomasFeatured onboard: Thomas CookDescription:WKT’s exclusive matt black Bagasse tray is made from lightweight, 100% biodegradable sugar cane. This unique product offers a stylish, modern and sturdy solution for the eco-conscious passenger within a premium service environment. Function:The Black Bagasse Tray is an ideal serving solution for meal and drink service. The edges are designed to go onto the runners in the cabin trolley for easy delivery and storage. The tray is designed to be single use/disposable and is Atlas compatible. Passenger Experience:The sleek matt black finish gives a stylish, premium feel. The passenger can enjoy the added benefit of the tray's environmental credentials without compromising on quality or performance.Unique features:The Bagasse tray is 300% lighter than current plastic atlas trays, significantly reducing CO2 emissions through savings on reduced fuel costs. The trays premium aesthetic combined with its eco-credentials make for a unique product in the market.www.wkthomas.com

E.lite bone - Superior light weight ceramics by deSterOnboard supplier: deSterFeatured onboard: British Airways - Club WorldDescription:Without variation in size and shape, E.lite bone is significantly lighter and thinner in comparison to traditional bone china and porcelain but features the same elegant finish, durability and strength. A major technical achievement.
Function:E.lite bone has a 30% weight reduction and a 50% improvement in stacking capability compared to regular porcelain. These improvements provide a significant positive environmental impact through fuel consumption & transportation optimisation.Passenger Experience:Despite being thinner and more lightweight, E.lite bone offers the same luxurious and sophisticated tactile experience as traditional bone china, making sure even the most demanding passengers feel pampered and cared for.Unique features:Successfully producing a superior lightweight ceramic with the same durability as traditional bone china, yet with a 30% weight reduction, is a major technical achievement itself. Being able to offer it at an affordable price is truly unique.Additional information:Whilst meeting passenger requirements, environmental goals, brand values and cost objectives, E.lite bone - superior light weight ceramic, has the look, feel and performance of real bone china. The experience of a fine dining restaurant in the sky!www.dester.com

Media BoxOnboard supplier: Media Carrier GmbHFeatured onboard: Air, Rail, Cruise, Hotels,Description:Based on each client's requirements, Media Carrier buys digital editions of newspapers and magazines from publishing houses and composes individual portfolios using its own technical solution for distribution: the "Media Box". Function:The Media Box is a web-based digital media library that can easily be used with any web-enabled device. Users simply connect to local wi-fi and will then be taken to the Media Box via a link or QR code.Passenger Experience:The product ensures every passenger can read up-to-date international newspapers and magazines while travelling. All publications are available with the same layout and content as print editions, can be browsed simply and intuitively, and can be stored on the passengers' devices.Unique features:The benefit of this is that the airline industry can improve their carbon footprint by transporting and recycling less paper. It also diminishes logistical efforts. Airlines benefit from shorten layover times as cleaning efforts, for example, for cabins are reduced.Additional information:Today, 1.200 Media Boxes are available in over 40 countries worldwide. Media Carrier currently supplies several well-known international airlines including Lufthansa, Austria Airlines, Air Dolomiti, EL AL, Oman Air and Virgin Atlantic. Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_I1iTgRP5rU&t=5swww.media-carrier.de

ANA Neal’s Yard Remedies Business Class KitOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: All Nippon AirwaysDescription:The pouch features the tree and roots logo of skincare brand Neal’s Yard Remedies and comes in different designs rotated each season. The branded skincare items come in navy blue, reminiscent of traditional natural & organic apothecaries’ blue glass bottles.Function:The pouch contains Neal’s Yard Remedies hand lotion, facial mist, and lip balm for superior in-flight skin care. Eyeshades and earplugs support optimum sleep, and a dental kit is included for oral hygiene. Pouches can be reused at home or for future travel.Passenger Experience:Passengers receive a superb pouch and the following natural & organic skincare items: White Tea, Shea Nut & Orange, and Organic Honey. They also receive a discount voucher for purchases at authorised Neal’s Yard Remedies stores in Tokyo and online. Unique features:The skin care items are unmatched in their soothing organic goodness. The brand is synonymous with ethical and fair trade practices. Neal’s Yard Remedies is the first UK high street retailer to be awarded the CarbonNeutral® brand mark.www.nealsyardremedies.com

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Best Use of Onboard Technology

INPLAYOnboard supplier: IdeaNova TechnologiesFeatured onboard: Used by United Airlines and on Thales platform for their clients throughout the world.Description:INPLAY sends media content to passenger devices securely and seamlessly letting them stream movies/TV shows. It’s plugin-less. It’s application-less everywhere, including iOS. No downloading, installing, updating plugins that frustrate customers. Function:Users get adaptive streaming and download, in-flight chat, multi-language subtitles and audio, data analysis, ad integration with non-DRM and DRM content. No connectivity needed. Users can easily analyze media-streaming ecosystem information. Passenger Experience: It makes it pleasant. You’re flying with little kids. There’s FREE inflight entertainment. You hit “Play,” see the dreaded “Plugin Required. Download/Install” message. You must buy Wi-Fi. With INPLAY no plugins required, hit Play, sit back, relax. Unique features: Passenger convenience is not at expense of increased operational cost. Needs few resources (64 MB RAM) yet offers outstanding performance tested under conditions of longest commercial flight – 17 hours. Works on x86 and low power ARM processors. Additional information:INPLAY is now being used by United Airlines and on Thales platform for their clients throughout the world.For all these carriers, INPLAY’s powerful data analysis tool puts key data at their fingertips to enhance/improve customers’ IFE experience.
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Gogo 2KuOnboard supplier: GogoFeatured onboard: AirDescription:Gogo 2Ku is Gogo’s next-generation satellite technology for global inflight connectivity. As the name suggests, 2Ku uses two antennas, one to receive and one to transmit. These antennas are installed on top of the fuselage, in a low profile radome.Function:Using Ku-band satellites to deliver streaming video Wi-Fi speeds to passengers, Gogo's 2Ku is designed to be open, making it compatible with multiple satellite networks, which means it will be upgradeable without having to touch the aircraft. Passenger Experience:2Ku enables airlines to offer their passengers high speed Wi-Fi that allows them to do anything they'd want to do in the air as they do on the ground. Streaming their favorite content, catching up etc. Unique features:2Ku simply is better because it has 98% global coverage and 98% service availability, which means it is truly the only global high speed Wi-Fi on the market and flying today. Currently we have 2,000 aircraft committed across 17 global airlines.Additional information:High-speed Wi-Fi enables airlines to create ancillary revenue and offer their customers a better passenger experience as shown in the video.Video clip: https://vimeo.com/242972862www.gogoair.com

LEVEL Pair & PayOnboard supplier: IAG/BlackSwan/MassiveFeatured onboard: LEVEL AirlineDescription:Vibrant & intuitive UX & UI makes the browsing and purchasing journey seamless and frictionless despite the heavy technical integration points.Function:Allows passengers to browse a digital catalogue on the seatback screen and make purchases by linking their personal device to process the basket payment.
Allows crew members to manage inventory, receive orders and service them by allocated areasPassenger Experience:The solution puts passengers fully in control of their experience by being able to submit orders as and when they want, rather than having to wait for the traditional crew & trolley round, they also have access to the latest inflight entertainmentUnique features:First to market for offline payments managed by the passenger, the fully integrated solution provides a holistic view of usage through automated reports providing insights and metrics not possible before now.Additional information:This is a joint submission for IAG, Black Swan & MassiveVideo clip: https://vimeo.com/244019598/232763f744webby.blackswan.com

BoardConnect SuiteOnboard supplier: Lufthansa Systems Featured onboard: LufthansaDescription:BoardConnect wows passengers with a modern, intuitive and perfectly themed user interface. All they need is their smartphone, tablet or laptop to enjoy almost unlimited movies, TV shows and destination based content. Personalisation further improves the experience.Function:The wireless IFEC solution BoardConnect has three hardware versions (Classic, Portable, Plus) showing variety, flexibility and scalability for all use cases of airlines. Passengers can access an IFE program on their own devices using streaming technology. Passenger Experience:With BoardConnect airlines create a fully personalised digital experience for their customers. The open platform architecture enables hosting of third party services chosen by the airline while offering a consistent and high quality user experience.Unique features:BoardConnect enables ideas onboard an aircraft, covering requirements from an entry level (Portable) to a full IFEC solution (Plus), including content and an open IT platform with standardised interfaces and APIs to host almost any use case.Additional information:The future passenger experience is digital and connected, BoardConnect is the only full open IT platform for aircraft covering all aspects of this, while also being light and easy to install. It really brings the cloud into the clouds.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_i1Acy6xMoIwww.lhsystems.com

Qantas Integrated Tablet CaseOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:This sleek, custom-made tablet cover comprises black vegan leather and a debossed Qantas logo. The shell is black polycarbonate casing with a debossed security message. A front panel neatly snaps into place to secure the tablet and charging cable. Function:The tablet case was designed to secure the tablet and charging cable to minimise damage and theft. It also acts as a tablet stand and provides protection to the screen. It can sit neatly into the back of the airline seat. Passenger Experience:The product adds to the passenger experience by ensuring cables are not damaged and that both iPad and cables cannot be tampered with. It offers passengers the flexibility to remove the tablet from the seat back and use in standing mode, which is particularly beneficial for small kids. Unique features:This is a first-to-market product that ensures damage and theft to USB Lightning charge cables is minimised, and can sit neatly in the back of the seat. There is no other product on the market that provides this level of security for onboard tablets.Additional information:Qantas needed a solution to minimise damage and theft of USB cables used with iPad 9.7s and to ensure the cover could perform the awake/sleep and stand function as well as fit neatly into the seat back.www.buzzproducts.com

QANTAS Q BAG TAGOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:Together with Qantas and key technology partners, Buzz developed the sleek looking and durable Q-Bag Tag for Qantas. Each tag contains world-first technology that synchronises passenger details to their baggage.Function:The Q Bag Tag is a permanent electronic bag tag designed for fast, simple, one-touch check-in. The world-first integration of connected RFID technology in the sleek, durable bag tag enables passengers’ details to be synchronized with their baggage.Passenger Experience:The Qantas Q-bag Tag has revolutionised the check-in and bag drop process allowing the introduction of a faster and more seamless customer experience from check-in to bag retrieval on arrival. Unique features:As the only Australian based carrier to offer this technology, the Q Bag Tags offer faster and smarter check-in.Additional information:With the Qantas Q Bag Tags, there's no longer any need to print and attach paper bag tags for domestic flights, which allows for a simplified bag drop process at check in and minimizes waste.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-YznwL_nQswww.buzzproducts.com

AirFi Venus with app-less DRMOnboard supplier: AirFiFeatured onboard: AirDescription:This is the next version of the AirFi box. Just like the older brother - the Moon box - this is a portable IFE solution. The biggest difference is that it has double battery power and better wifi capabilities, allowing the introduction of app-less DRM.Function:The box is brought on board or connected to the aircraft power and functions a BYOD IFE media hub as well as a strong ancillary tool combined with the connected crew tablet solution. Passenger Experience:It offers a wider range of content options compared to the Moon box and a wider range of ancillary applications.Unique features:This product beats others on the market for its size, simplicity and battery endurance from the hardware perspective. It also has the most advanced applications and content set compared to others and the benefit of an integrated PCI certified payment solution.Additional information:The app-less DRM is the Holy Grail of the IFE market. The system is currently in test phase. www.airfi.aero

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Best for Onboard Textiles - First/Business Class

Saudia Airlines First Class Loungewear with Porsche DesignOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Saudia Airlines Description:The Saudia Airlines Porsche design branded sleeping suit is presented in two different colours, dark grey/black for men and light grey/pink for women, packaged in a luxury carrying case with matching slippers. The zip turtleneck long-sleeve shirt is paired with a drawstring waist lounge pants in a soft and comfortable fabric with subtle Porsche Design branding, offering luxury comfort on board. Function:The stylish sporty design feels light, yet warm enough for the cool aircraft cabin. The included slippers match not only in color, but also of quality, with lush padding for utmost comfort. The durable carrying case is the perfect bag to hold the set. It also makes the perfect gift bag if the passenger decides to give their suit to a friend or loved one.Passenger Experience:The loungewear kit is designed to be casual as well as stylish and made ready for passengers to sleep in. Lounging around the aircraft in this elegant set provides a presentable and comfortable experience.Unique features:This sleeper suit perfectly illustrates the airline/brand collaboration, and how the brand’s personality comes through the design and functionality of the product, adding to the overall onboard experience. Additional information:Additionally, being versatile for both sleepwear and loungewear, the product is completely multifunctional. It extends the lounging and comfort experience from the from the flight into the passenger’s home, or to wherever they choose to enjoy it.www.formia.com

Singapore Airlines First Class Loungewear with LaliqueOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Singapore AirlinesDescription:The Singapore Airlines First Class loungewear kit featuring LALIQUE is offered in a dark grey curved v-neck long sleeve top with chest pocket displaying a tonal embroidery of the LALIQUE logo. The matching pants have a with drawstring tie. The sleeper suit is presented in a black tote bag with handle and snap closure. Function:The stylish simple design is what makes this sleeper suit a loungewear experience. Ideal for passengers to comfortably sleep in, they make lounging around the aircraft a pleasant experience too as the elegant set ensures passengers feel good as well as looking presentable. The set feels light, yet warm enough for cabin temperature. The tote bag is the perfect case for stowing the set, while also offering the passenger an extra bag they can use for other hand-carry items. Passenger Experience:The new LALIQUE branded loungewear kit completes the exclusive amenity collection designed to offer a well-rounded onboard First Class experience. The passenger’s luxury experience is guided by LALIQUE throughout the whole cabin, with the loungewear set connected to them at all times. Unique features:The attention to detail that went into the design of this product puts it at a higher standard than the rest in the market. Simplicity and elegance go hand-in-hand with the uniquely curved neckline, along with the special elastic backed cuffed pants, maintaining a flat front appearance and utmost comfort. www.formia.com

Qantas First Class bedding in partnership with SheridanOnboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:This bedding ensemble is crafted using natural, luxury materials in neutral and soft earthy tones. Products include: memory foam mattress, super-soft sheeting, tencel duvet cover, woven throw, baby blanket, a selection of pillows and a bolster cushion.Function:The memory foam mattress moulds to the body’s contours for total comfort, the pillow menu allows the passenger to tailor their sleep experience and the additional luxury items all help create a sumptuous and conducive sleeping environment.Passenger Experience:Every detail has been considered and by partnering with an expert in comfort, customers are offered the ultimate sleep experience. The First class suite offers passengers the opportunity to enjoy luxury bedding more akin to a luxury home than aircraft.Unique features:The quality of the bedding products offers passengers a truly authentic Sheridan experience. The attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident and well aligned to First class. In addition the pillow menu gives customers an extra special experiencegalileowatermark.com

American Airlines Premium Cabin Bedding by CasperOnboard supplier: WESSCOFeatured onboard: American AirlinesDescription:Clean, simple, and highly innovative. The onboard bedding was designed by Casper’s award-winning team of researchers, scientists, and engineers to provide 'outrageously comfortable' sleep at 30,000 feet.Function:Casper spent over a year researching and testing, and experimenting with prototypes to develop this bedding line. Each product was made with a purpose, to maximise rest and comfort.Passenger Experience:The products have been carefully and thoughtfully designed to fit AA's new seats while incorporating the innovative technology that Casper uses in their award- winning productsUnique features:This is not just another licensed product. Casper's team designed these products from start to finish for AA and went through 26 different versions of the mattress pad before agreeing to the exact one the customer will be given. There were also 13 different versions of the premium pillow to make sure it felt and performed exactly the way AA wanted it to.Additional information:AA is excited for its customers to try the Casper bedding and learn why AA partnered with them. The collaboration has evolved into so much more than a bedding partnership and AA is looking forward to expanding the sleep proposition onboard for its customers.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv30x88mAnwnews.aa.com

The White Company Bedding for British Airways Business ClassOnboard supplier: MatrixFeatured onboard: British AirwaysDescription:The range uses high-quality, premium materials, specifically engineered to offer the ultimate comfort. Mirroring TWC’s retail range, the collection is designed to enhance sleep onboard and reduce jetlag after long-haul flights.Function:A retail quality, full size pillow is provided as well as a mattress topper to offer maximum comfort. There is a choice of a super soft, cotton-rich day blanket with satin trim or a full quilted duvet. A day cushion doubles up as a lumbar support. Passenger Experience:The plush bedding enhances passenger experience by creating a feeling of luxury and comfort onboard. Creating a calming environment, travellers can relax and drift off to sleep more easily in the sky, surrounded by fine bedding textiles. Unique features:The bedding set aims to endorse healthy sleep patterns for people on flights, where travellers often struggle to relax. The exclusive products have been engineered by TWC’s experts with in-depth knowledge of luxury materials, design and production. Additional information:The bedding set is accompanied by an amenity kit, which further enhances onboard comfort, wellbeing and sleep. It contains products from The White Company’s ‘Restore and Relax Spa Collection’, as well as a super-soft, oversized jersey eye-mask. Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGd_DCpyO9swww.thisismatrix.com

Malaysia Airlines First Class LoungewearOnboard supplier: FORMIAFeatured onboard: Malaysia Airlines Description:The Malaysia Airlines First Class loungewear features the airline’s clean and simple branding. Designed in midnight blue with red trim and accents, the set includes a pullover top with a red zipper and Malaysia branded metal puller; matching blue pants with a red drawstring waist; blue slippers with red binding trim; slippers and eye mask. The collection is presented in a navy pouch with red handles and snap closure. Top, slippers, and pyjamas pouch feature the prominently displayed Malaysia Airlines logo.Function:The set feels light, yet is warm enough for an enjoyable onboard experience. The tote bag is the perfect case for the set and also offers the passenger an extra bag that can be used for other hand-carry items.Passenger Experience:This simple sporty loungewear set is designed to give passengers a comfortable sleep experience. Lounging around the aircraft in this elegant set is a pleasant experience and makes the passenger feel good as well as looking presentable.Unique features:These First Class amenities are designed with a gifting concept in mind – the amenity kit is not only for cosmetics and comfort items, but also form a token of appreciation and gesture of thanks from the airline to the passenger. The loungewear set will be presented in Malaysia Airlines branded ribbon as a gift from the airline to the passenger. www.formia.com

Hawaiian Airlines Quilt & Lounging PillowOnboard supplier: WesscoFeatured onboard: Hawaiian AirlinesDescription:This premium bedding blends island-inspired luxury and comfort, and allows guests to drift to sleep in the utmost comfort, awaking in Hawai‘i rested and ready to enjoy their time on the island.Function:The plush, cotton quilt provides warmth & comfort allowing guests to awake in destination feeling refreshed. The lounging pillow comes with an elastic band to keep it in place on the seat headrest or for added comfort as a lumbar support.Passenger Experience:The ʻAuliʻilani lehua blossom pattern designed by Hawai'i designer, Sig Zane, adorns the quilt & lounging pillow, capturing the spirit and energy of Hawai‘i and Hawaiian Airlines. Unique features:The plush, cotton quilt and lounging pillow provide unparalleled comfort, making the flights even more luxurious. Guests experience unbeatable quality with contemporary products that complement the authentic Hawaiian hospitality experience.Additional information:Hawaiian Airlines partnered with renowned local designer Sig Zane on the ‘Auli‘ilani lehua flower pattern. The cotton quilt is pink with the ‘Auli‘ilani lehua flower pattern and poi gray colour on the reverse side with pink diamond quilt stitching.www.hawaiianairlines.com

Qantas Business Class PyjamasOnboard supplier: BUZZFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:Qantas’ cotton-rich long-sleeved pyjamas feature a raglan-style top and draw-string pants in a relaxed fit. The unisex pyjamas are grey with a navy blue kangaroo logo on the front with the Qantas logo on the back.Function:Passenger Experience:Sleepwear is an important aspect of the overall customer experience and has become part of the Qantas inflight dress code, offering a comfortable and coveted way to travel.Unique features:Qantas is one of few airlines in the world that provides complimentary pyjamas in Business. An iconic ‘must have’ travel accessory and a popular take-home item, they even make appearances beyond the flight such as on high streets and on celebrities.Additional information:The Qantas pyjamas are an industry icon and Qantas continues to strongly benefit from their sleepwear program first introduced in the late 1990s. This sleeper suit has elevated to cult status and continues to start conversations on social media.www.buzzproducts.com

Hong Kong Airlines Business Class Bedding SetOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: Hong Kong AirlinesDescription:An Italian-Renaissance inspired pillow and duvet set that’s gorgeously soft, with beautiful colour piping detail. It has a microfiber peach skin feel for the ultimate ‘sink-into’ luxury, and even has high-quality logo embroidery capabilities.Function:The pillows and duvet are airy and filled with light and warming wadding for a deluxe look and feel. Only top quality fabrics, environmental dyes and raw materials are used in manufacturing, making it kind to skin and giving it an eco-friendly edge. Passenger Experience:The emphasis is on luxury and creating a home from home experience. Passengers can enjoy snuggling into their duvet, drifting into a peaceful sleep. Elegant and deluxe, it punctuates infight luxury with ultimate relaxation and comfort.Unique features:SPIRIANT is collaborating with Hong Kong Airlines‘ design team and Casablanca in supplying the duvet & pillow case. This is an exciting brand collaboration which focuses on unique style, design and quality, bringing all elements together perfectly.Additional information:Collaborating with a well-known brand like Casablanca is powerful. They are experts in comfort and sleepwear and ensure the passenger is graced with the height of luxury, so they can enjoy a superior sleep experience, in total comfort.www.spiriant.com

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Best for Onboard Textiles - Premium Economy/Economy/LCC

Sheridan x Qantas baby blanketOnboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:A beautiful knitted patchwork blanket that uses the softest 100% cotton yarns, making it cosy yet breathable. Designed in Australia by luxury bedding specialists Sheridan, the blanket is constructed with different patterns. Function:Devoted to quality and safety: the blanket adheres to international standards and is Red Nose approved (SIDs & Kids). Designed to comfort the tiniest travellers, it will be offered to infants under two years old travelling on international routePassenger Experience:This blanket ensures babies are able to get a good night’s sleep and, knowing that their little ones are comfortable, provides parents with peace of mind. The small detail will make parents and babies feel special in-flight, irrespective of the cabin. Unique features:As a non-standard item this unexpected extra gesture spoils all babies on-board. The attention to detail and quality craftsmanship has resulted in a branded product that surpasses all expectations. www.galileowatermark.com

Icelandair Ribbed blanket and pillowOnboard supplier: Intex Company LtdFeatured onboard: IcelandairDescription:Reflecting Icelandair’s desire to provide an Icelandic onboard experience passengers are treated to a soft, thick, warm ribbed fleece blanket, embroidered to evoke the Icelandic hot springs and a crisp white pillow inviting them to make the most of their time and enjoy a ‘Stopvover’ in Iceland.Function:At 280gsm the blanket is probably the thickest and cosiest in class, made for comfort and warmth. The rib effect, unique on airlines, gives texture, depth and increased durability. The soft, bouncy pillow provides further comfort and cleverly promotes Icelandair’s ‘Stopover’ packages.Passenger Experience:The supply of a top quality, warm, comfy blanket and a soft bouncy pillow in Economy adds to the overall comfort experienced by the passenger. They create a sense of wellbeing and value and facilitate rest, allowing passengers to leave the aircraft refreshed, satisfied and valued by their airline.Unique features:The cosy blanket with unique rib design and soft pillow bring real comfort to Economy and give Icelandair the chance to promote Iceland. Environmentally, the durability of the blanket means less waste and its easycare, quick dry properties mean the use of less chemicals and energy in the laundry.Additional information:The Icelandic theme is continued throughout the aircraft cabin with Business Class comfort products too featuring Icelandic words and sayings and the inflight menu reflecting traditional Icelandic tastes. www.intexcomfort.com

Air Canada Café KitOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: Air CanadaDescription:The kit comes with a microfibre bag which can be used post-flight as a cosmetics bag. The front is charcoal grey featuring AC’s maple leaf printed in red. The reverse is all-white and the sides are white and grey split by a red strip. Function:The Café Kit is available on board for passengers requesting additional in-flight comfort and consists of an ultra-light red fleece blanket for extra warmth, an inflatable neck pillow for neck support, and eyeshades and earplugs for optimum sleep.Passenger Experience:The kit comes in a spacious AC branded bag containing an ultra-light red fleece blanket, an inflatable neck pillow, eyeshades, and earplugs for additional comfort. The microfibre bag can be used post-flight as a travel cosmetics bag.Unique features:The Café Kit stands out due to its beautiful charcoal-grey, white and red Air Canada corporate-branded spacious microfibre bag, which makes for a superb post-flight travel cosmetics & grooming bag.www.wessco.net

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Best for Wellbeing Onboard

Uppy!- The genius flyerOnboard supplier: Uppy! ABFeatured onboard: EmiratesDescription:Uppy! - The genius flyer, helps passengers fight jetlag, recover faster from their flight and arrive in better shape. It comes in a tablet form which is dissolved in water. It has the great taste of lemon lime and ginger and is easy to serve.Function:Uppy is a re-hydration product, (based on WHO's direction) with essential vitamins, minerals, electrolytes & ginger. It has been developed for medium and long haul flight passengers keen to arrive in better shape. It is just genius and worth a lot to travellers, helping them get more out their trip, be it for vacation, business or coming back home.Passenger Experience:Aircraft cabins are very very dry and the cabin pressure corresponds to approx 2500m altitude. For many, this creates problem, not least dehydration-like symptoms. Uppy! supports the body’s wellbeing so passengers arrive re-hydrated, replenished and refreshed after a long flight. Uppy! also supports wellbeing during exercise, golf and skiing, while at work and after a hard night out, or when dealing with hot weather conditions.Unique features:Uppy! is a great mix of a re-hydration formula offered with added vitamins and minerals and ginger, plus Stevia as a natural sweetener. The fact that it was developed specifically for medium and long haul flying makes it unique. Additional information:Uppy! The genus flyer is as of May 2017 onboard Emirates First Class, available in the airline's goodie basket. Video clip: https://youtu.be/OKyGa8R_hZgwww.uppyflyer.com

American Airlines Sleepsuit and Slippers by CasperOnboard supplier: WESSCO InternationalFeatured onboard: American AirlinesDescription:The new sleepsuit and slippers by Casper for American Airlines were designed with sleep and maximum rest in mind. From the specific cotton blend of the material in the sleepsuit to the fine details of the material’s weight, soft feel, and design, AA is proud to offer the customer a well thought out comfort wear option for onboard.Function:The sleepsuit offers jogger-style bottoms and a comfortable top to be worn not only for sleeping but lounging onboard. The bottoms have pockets and banded cuffs at the ankles to prevent the sleepsuit from dragging, then a drawstring to provide a comfortable fit. The top has a central pocket that can be used to keep hands warm, with banded cuffs at the wrist for a fitted look.Passenger Experience:This product adds to the customer experience by being more than just a sleepsuit and slippers. Since many of AA’s flights offering PJs operate during the daytime, the goal was to offer something customers can feel comfortable in lounging, since not everyone likes to wear PJs in public.Unique features:The product is better than any other wearable items onboard as it's really a functional item for more than sleeping. The aim was to offer something customers would want to take these off the flight and reuse or even wear them off the flight!Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv30x88mAnwnews.aa.com

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Ones to Watch - not yet onboard

Ones to Watch 2018 - not yet onboard

Onboard Hospitality loves to encourage newcomers and innovation. This category seeks to recognise those products Not Yet Onboard but aiming to make a mark in our industry. All entries in this category will be put to our panel of expert judges for them to assess for the onboard potential. All products below are being presented to our judges.

Audi MattressOnboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: The mattress has been specially developed with Audi Industrial Design for the Future of Mobility.Description:An ultra-soft mattress that marries functional design with the beauty of fashion. It’s luxurious, yet light and foldable without losing its comfort value. It’s highly customisable with logo or design elements easily woven into the mattress.Function:The mattress uses a unique 3D digital knitting method, without any sewing or seams. Soft filling is automatically inserted during knitting creating a pressure release system for luxurious comfort. The deluxe material is washable, lightweight and durable.Passenger Experience:It offers the core of comfort; a ‘sink-into’ mattress where passengers feel relaxed and at home. The perfect thermoregulation ensures an ideal bed microclimate, where they can close their eyes, unwind and enjoy a peaceful sleep in the skies.Unique features:The first of its kind, this mattress type never been done before on any airline. Unique, design-led and comfort-focused, it’s the key to creating an emotionally charged experience for the passenger. Additional information:The unique 3D mesh knitting system creates optimal air circulation, which is healthy for bodies and the mattress itself.www.spiriant.com

Interlocking boxOnboard supplier: Global-CFeatured onboard: Currently: undergoing several trialsDescription:A durable, heavy weight paperboard box that can be printed with graphics in up to six colors. Airlines can use their branding to make it look very appealing to their customers. The design is functional and easy to handle by the crew and passengers. Function:The box is designed to go on the runners of the trolley eliminating the use of trays. Traditionally boxes are loaded on trays or in drawers. The box has a unique patented interlocking system that is new to the market and designed to make caterer and crew handling easier. The box, as configured, has compartments for cold components, a hot component and a cutlery pack, but it can be easily customized to support any meal service. The current size is 1/3 so up to 84 boxes can be loaded in a standard full cart. Again the size can be customized.Passenger Experience:The main focus in the development of the box was finding improvements & savings for customers. With that as a base Global-C has made sure that it is easy to handle for passengers. The box has the potential to look better than traditional tray service because of printing and branding possibilities. The compartments give it a non-cluttered and clean look. Global-C thinks there is a logic to the box that will impel passengers to put consumed items back in the compartments, easing crew collection.Unique features:There is no box in the market with this interlocking system. Besides the huge cost benefit for airlines (no use of trays for loading & reduction in catering handling cost) it offers more. Assembly is simple and the crew handling works well and is reduced to a minimum. Additional information:The paperboard is made with material from sustainable sources. It can be produced with either FSC or PEFC certified paperboard, and because the manufacturer has the FSC Chain of Custody certification, it can be printed with the FSC trademark.www.global-c.nl

Kuan’s Living SEAWOOL duvet and pillow set Onboard supplier: Clip LimitedFeatured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription:This lightweight duvet is made from a new and recycled material called “SeaWool patent M450574”, an environmentally- friendly component from the sea, and recycled material. With amazingly soft, wonderful hand feel, it is super-nice to snuggle in. Function:The Seawool Duvet & Pillow insert is made using oyster shell and recycle PET bottles to create the advanced fibre which generates a functional insulation which can help trap and hold body heat, while allowing moisture to escape.Passenger Experience:Not only does the product look and feel great (thin and light weight), it is ecological and sustainable. It can help enhance the passenger experience and allows airlines to raise aware of its natural benefits and show their eco commitment. Unique features:These duvet and pillow inserts are made from natural and sustainable materials from nature. By using oyster shell and recycled PET bottles, the product is also anti-static and quick drying which no other product in the current market can compete with.Additional information:Clip can offer testing reports to validate the product claims and is confident airlines and passengers will be amazed by the products!www.cliponboard.com

eco spreader by WK ThomasOnboard supplier: WK ThomasFeatured onboard: TBADescription:An exciting innovation, designed and developed by WKT's in-house design studio. The spreader is made from sustainable corn-starch based bio-polymer, which is 100% biodegradable and is available in vibrant colours to lift presentation of food.Function:The spreader is a cost-effective yet elegant piece for easy cutting of scones/pastries and the spreading of butter/preserves. Providing the user with a convenient functional cutlery piece, it is optimised in size for pre-prepared snacks and easy disposal.Passenger Experience:The spreader embodies a contemporary sleek design. It is ergonomically detailed for ideal comfort when handling, enhancing the customers’ dining experience whilst an embossed message reminds them the product is environmentally sustainable. Unique features:The spreader is ultra-lightweight, weighing only 3g and is 100% biodegradable. This corn-starch bio-polymer is 68% carbon neutral and directly reduces plastic which goes to landfill, making it an essential product for the environmentally conscious. www.wkthomas.com

Sleep WellOnboard supplier: Sleep Well Milk LtdFeatured onboard: None yetDescription:Sleep Well is a totally new concept. A naturally enhanced UHT milk drink available in 1 litre and handy 200ml sip n’ sleep cartons. Beautifully branded to promote sleepiness, it’s the perfect onboard drink to help travellers relax and sleep.Function:Made with only 4 quality ingredients: Jersey milk, valerian, honey and vanilla. The ingredient valerian has been helping people relax and sleep for 2000 years. An ambient product with 9-month shelf life means it’s easy to stock and serve on board.Passenger Experience:Travelling can be a tiring and, for nervous flyers, challenging experience. Sleep Well is made with the best ingredients so not only tastes great but provides comfort. As a relaxant it’s perfect for calming frazzled nerves and aiding sleep naturally.Unique features:There is no natural drink currently offered on board to help travellers of all ages relax. Forget sleeping tablets that leave you feeling groggy; Sleep Well offers travellers a natural, enriching alternative that helps them arrive refreshed and relaxed.Additional information:Launched in September 2017, Sleep Well is on a mission to help the world get a better night’s sleep. We know Sleep Well can help travellers of all ages and believe serving it onboard will enhance a carrier’s wellbeing credentials and generate positive PR.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NooLm8H6I3w&feature=youtu.bewww.sleepwellmilk.com

Single-use 100% cotton table linen Onboard supplier: MYdrapFeatured onboard: On trial on many airlinesDescription:The unique and seamless design of this table linen has been beautifully crafted using natural materials. Each napkin is finished with a simple cut and dotted line design, which represents the Mydrap original brand. Colours are warm and it is soft to the touch. Function:Mydrap napkins bring an elegant look onboard and add a touch of luxury to a Premium cabin. The stylish napkins have the convenience of paper napkins but the sophistication of traditional linens. The pre-cut roll options are easy to handle and stock. Passenger Experience:Mydrap napkins are made from natural fibres. This gives to the product a hypoallergenic characteristic. Being one use, they offer a higher quality and more hygienic perception. They look stylish, elegant and modern.Unique features:This is a unique concept for disposable 100% cotton table linen. Biodegradable and recyclable, they can be easily customised without incurring additional cost. With MYdrap onboard airlines avoid all issues related to laundry process. They are also 30% lighter than washable napkins. Additional information:MYdrap was born from the innovation of a family business, founded in 1917. The company's in-house developed technology which enabled the design team to create this unique concept. They are designed and manufactured in Barcelona, Spain. Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wlRJYgv_HMwww.mydrap.com

Heinz Beanz ToastieOnboard supplier: En Route InternationalFeatured onboard: AirDescription:Combining one of Britain’s favourite comfort foods with USA-style grilled sandwiches, the Heinz ‘Beanz Toastie’ is one of En Route's newest hot eat offerings. They come frozen to the caterer, with branded Heinz ovenable packaging - easy to heat up onboard.Function:Sandwiches arrive on board chilled to be heated & presented straight from the oven in branded ovenable film. The customer opens the film to reveal the toastie on a distinctively Heinz branded u-card, reinforcing a classic host food occasion.Passenger Experience:The Heinz Beanz Toastie is an innovative new product, allowing passengers to indulge in food during their flight and is reminiscent of home comforts.Unique features:The product differs from other toasties on the market thanks to its nostalgic brand, familiar with passengers, well established and easily recognisable.www.en-route.com

MiniBarBox Cocktail range Mojito, Cosmopolitan & MargaritaOnboard supplier: gateretailFeatured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription:A collector's item box of: Margarita, Cosmopolitan & Mojito. Premium liquor, sophisticated mixers, colour-changing botanicals, expertly paired snacks and a stirrer. The crew just provide the passenger with a glass and ice and they’re ready to mix! Function:The MBB Cocktail Range allows passengers to mix their own superior cocktail with colour-changing botanicals. The delicious snack pairs perfectly with the cocktail and tickles the tongue between sips. Out of the box and into the moment. A tasting EXP.Passenger Experience:These luxurious drinks offerings transcends the everyday onboard drinks selection and provides an unique experience. MBB is an inspired combination of innovation, sophistication and fun – at 30,000 feet! Taking you somewhere amazing before touchdown.Unique features:The MBB offering is the only cocktail kit that offers perfectly paired snacks in an amazing collector's item design. A tasting experience rather than a drink. It uses only premium & artisanal brands & products to provide the best taste, look & feel. Additional information:In 2017 gateretail ran an extremely successful trial with the existing G&T. This didn't lead to any cannibalisation of the drinks offerings. Instead, it inspired an 8% category revenue growth. The launch customer is expected to see projected sales of 750k eur py with 3 SKUswww.mbb-gateretail.com

The gate Gourmet burger Onboard supplier: Gategroup - PFS Featured onboard: N/A (Will be featuring onboard - Air) Description:The ultimate gourmet burger in the air: at a combined weight of 205g passengers can enjoy a 100% beef burger patty in a rustic sourdough bun with Gruyere cheese and red onions, served with a sachet of the gate Signature Burger Sauce in stripped back packaging evocative of the street food it emulates.Function:It has been designed and tested so that it meets the rigours of the supply chain and supports crew in it’s ease of handling and serving. When you taste it, due to it’s cooking style, you enjoy a juicy flavoursome 100% beef burger with provenanced cheese and the expertly blended Signature Burger Sauce. Passenger Experience:Drawing from the ever growing street food/dirty food trends, there is a clear demand and need for a superlative gourmet burger for passengers in the air. This is designed as the perfect combination that delivers onboard, whilst looking and tasting like a gourmet burger you would enjoy on the ground. Unique features:Due to robust development and testing protocols gate insures that The gate Gourmet Burger meets the demands for onboard handling (only a 15 min reheat), is efficient (supply chain, space optimisation) whilst delivering a truly VFM experience that exceeds on visual, taste and texture.Additional information:The idea behind the development was to meet not only retail requirements but also complimentary service offerings, exciting passengers for repeat purchase and positive scores. Market analysis identified gaps that allowed us to answer each of those challenges with this one solution. www.gategroup.com

Energy Balls Mint & Cocoa and Cocoa & OrangeOnboard supplier: Good4UFeatured onboard: n/aDescription:Good4U Energy Balls are bite sized, soft & chewy, made from raw seed & fruit. With their brightly coloured packaging the Good4U Energy Ball range is extremely eye catching as well as being informative as to what the product is and its benefits. The product is in a pocket sized, foil lined bag that is convenient to store and distribute. Function:Good4U Energy Balls are a deliciously sweet, filling snack that are gluten free, contain no added sugar and are nut free. They are made of 100% natural ingredients that provide a boost of magnesium to help reduce tiredness and fatigue whilst keeping hunger at bay.Passenger Experience:Offering passengers a healthy alternative to confectionery without compromising on taste or flavour. A guilt-free, on-the-go snack for any time of the day especially with coffee. Allergen free, enhancing the experience of vegans, allergy sufferers & coeliac intolerant passengers.Unique features:The first allergen-free energy ball on the market. Created by a certified dietitian ensuring that all Good4U products have added value with increased nutritional benefits. Origin Green approved guaranteeing best quality ingredients with an award-winning taste & strong brand credentials.Additional information:Good4U has an excellent track record supplying major retailers for over 10 years. With a comprehensive product launch & marketing plan for 2018 it will be widely available in over 13 countries. According to ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, peanut allergy in children has increased 21% since 2010. Approximately 2m people in the UK have a mild- to life-threatening food allergy and with a lack of regulation at the moment, flying remains risky and even detrimental for these people. There is currently no policy in place on how airlines should deal with allergies, but the increasing prevalence of the condition, coupled with heightened concern from passengers means many have independently updated their procedures to reduce allergen risks. Swiss Air is the first airline to have received it’s “Allergy-Friendly” designation from the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation (ECARF). It is inevitable this will become more common among airlines in the near future. www.good4u.co

OCNOnboard supplier: Galileo WatermarkFeatured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription:The OCN cosmetic range is packaged using reclaimed and repurposed plastic from our oceans, sea and waterways. This manufacturing method is a sustainable alternative to the use of standard recycled plastic and to the creation of virgin material.
Function:Drawing on its skincare expertise and working with experienced chemists, the formulations are inspired by the oceans, highly effective, cruelty free, high in naturals and designed to counteract the skincare concerns experienced in dry conditions.
Passenger Experience:The OCN cosmetic range has been specifically developed for the airline industry with gentle yet effective formulations and meets the increasing expectations of customers who want products that are eco- friendly inside and out.
Unique features:OCN plastic is a first within the airline industry and a significant leap forwards in terms of what is possible in regards to plastic sustainability efforts within the sector.www.galileowatermark.com

Go Bites Date & Coconut - BoostOnboard supplier: Go Faster Food LtdFeatured onboard: Currently NoneDescription:Truffle-sized and coated with desiccated coconut, Go Bites are melt-in-the-mouth and moist yet clean and crumb-free in the hand. The true-to-life images on pack convey taste and energy expertise; the consumer just wants to pick it up and eat it!
Function:Go Bites are the perfect on-the-go treat, providing 100% natural ingredients with a boost of fibre to keep you sustained and energy levels consistent. Made with dates; a great source of Magnesium helping to prevent tiredness and fatigue.Passenger Experience:Delicious, nutritious and surprisingly filling, Go Bites provide just 46 calories a ball allowing the passenger easy control over their snacking. Perfect with a cup of tea, as a snack between meals or, with 3 balls in a pack, great for sharing!
Unique features:Although 100% natural with no added sugar, their unique 3 ball format, bite-sized nature and most importantly delicious taste gives passengers the feeling of an indulgent treat. Vegan, Gluten-Wheat–Nut and Dairy Free they also tick the Free From box.Additional information:At Go Faster Food we passionately believe that Real Food Fuels You Better. Founded by Kate Percy, author of the Go Faster Food recipe books, Go Bites were created to address the growing demand for a real food alternative to confectionery.Video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYb5qAzz1mowww.gofasterfood.com

Olly's OlivesOnboard supplier: Olly's OlivesFeatured onboard: Suitable for air, rail or cruiseDescription:Olly's Olives was created to revolutionise and rejuvenate an ageing olive market. Every other sector has had a modern makeover and that is why we created a bold, vibrant, engaging and unique pouch format which eclipses the rest of the marketFunction:This olive pouch is the ultimate olive offering. For crew, it has a 12 month ambient shelf life and is compact enough to fit into any draw. For passengers, the easy to open pouch holds delicious olives with no messy oil or stones - the perfect snack!Passenger Experience:The ultimate onboard olive snack - there is no better in the market. Olly's Olives offers a delicious and nutritious snack which provides health benefits for flyers. It is also a bold and fun brand that passengers can engage with.Unique features:These are the world's first UNPASTEURISED snack olive. By not heat-treating our olives, we retain their full flavour, lovely crunch and incredible nutritional value - important for the new wave of healthy snacking. One taste is all it takes.Additional information:18 months research went into finding a way to produce an unpasteurised snack olive and also keep it completely natural. Every person in the industry said it could not be done but Olly's Olives has well and truly proved them wrong - they call it the olivelution!www.ollysolives.com

A world first air travel health and wellbeing partnershipOnboard supplier: The Charles Perkins Centre, Sydney UniversityFeatured onboard: QantasDescription:The University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre will work with Qantas to help develop Qantas’ new approach to long haul travel on Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights from March 2018.Function:Research projects include strategies to counteract jetlag, onboard exercise and movement, menu design and service timing, pre and post-flight preparation, transit lounge wellness concepts and cabin environment including lighting and temperaturePassenger Experience:Qantas passengers will benefit from a world first collaboration between Qantas and one of Australia’s leading academic institutions, The Charles Perkins Centre, to reshape their long-haul travel experienceUnique features:While the Dreamliner aircraft itself is already a step change the findings that will come from Charles Perkins Centre researchers will allow Qantas to design and develop a range of new innovations and strategies to complement the Dreamliner experienceAdditional information:Qantas and the Charles Perkins Centre are looking at opportunities to involve Qantas frequent flyers in trials that involve wearable technology in the measurement of existing biorhythms during travel, enabling future products to be developed and designed with the insight of robust dataVideo clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYF4dYUIiA4www.qantas.com.au

Bio-FormOnboard supplier: MatrixFeatured onboard: Not yet onboard (Air)Description:Brand new Bio-Form creates plastic products that look and feel exactly like untreated plastics, and have the same levels of durability, but degrade in landfill in under 5 years. Bio-Form can be used in any plastic from packaging to blankets.Function:Powered by a ground-breaking patented additive, which speeds up degradation from 500-1000 years to just 5, Bio-Form plastics can be used for onboard meal service, amenity kits and contents, textiles and hotel non-rotables. Passenger Experience:Bio-Form is a solution to high volume waste degradation. The additive used in Bio-Form products is made from organic ingredients, which allows conscious air passengers to use high-quality, environmentally-friendly products while travelling. Unique features:Bio-Form can incorporate the technology into any plastic product, working on the first ever landfill biodegradable blanket. Bio-Form can’t stop the use of landfill, but it can impact the drastic increase of the degradation speed of waste. www.thisismatrix.com

PC Glassware and BowlsOnboard supplier: RMT Global PartnersFeatured onboard: Not yet onboard.Description:The product is designed to look and feel like real glass.Function:Used as a replacement to wine, rocks and all beverage glass used in the premium cabin. Bowls and decanters are available as well. By not being glass, fear of onboard breakage or glass chips in food is eliminated. Passenger Experience:By having a product that looks and feels like glass, but will not break or chip like glass the passenger uses a product that is safer and looks better than what is traditionally used.Unique features:The proprietary process used in making these glasses and bowls produces a product without unsightly seams or fill points. They are wash tested 2,000 times and can withstand impact and pressures that would shatter traditional glass products.Additional information:These products allow for customization and we are currently working on several projects with major carriers that will be onboard very soon.www.rmtglobalpartners.com

Gogo Vision TouchOnboard supplier: GogoFeatured onboard: AirDescription:Gogo Vision Touch is a wireless, software driven solution that reduces cabling throughout the cabin. It brings entertainment, flight information, and personalized connected services to passengers to with a wireless seatback experience.Function:With a software-based solution and open architecture, it is not tied to any particular vendor. This eliminates lock-in and gives greater flexibility. The onboard hard drives act as content servers while seatback screens and CPU cache content. Passenger Experience:The proliferation of content streaming, smart technologies and the need to multiscreen has changed people’s everyday habits. We have reimagined the seatback with connectivity and the everyday tablet experience that people already enjoy.Unique features:Gogo Vision Touch has a modular design for hardware and software, making life easy for airline operations and marketing, as well as the passengers. Gogo Vision Touch has a lower total cost of ownership — from install to maintenance and upgrades. Additional information:An advanced wireless delivery system that makes over-the-air updates and video streaming fast and easy, while eliminating costly update methods. This will be coming to Delta's Bombardier CS100 series in 2018. www.gogoair.com

Street Food PastiesOnboard supplier: STR-EATS Food LtdFeatured onboard: Suitable for air, rail or cruiseDescription:The product is samosa shaped but made with boiled crust pastry to give a harder texture than traditional puff/shortcrust pastry.It is filled with street food recipes and coated with herbs/spices and is presented with exciting and relevant branding.Function:The product would normally be eaten hot but can be served chilled as well, and can be served two in a pack for complimentary; three in a pack for buy-on-board; or loose for silver service. The product has real functionality.Passenger Experience:The branding gives an emotional travel connection and the size of the product helps with portion control, a main driver in food in 2018. Passengers will feel good when they see that the company donates a percentage of profits to street children.Unique features:This product was the first to take street food flavours and put them in a boiled crust pastry. It can be directly linked to travel routes to give passengers an emotional connection to the offer, plus the size helps consumers with portion control.Additional information:The product launches in early 2018 and is designed to shake up a sector that has traditionally been just about artisan. It aims to add some street edge to the sector in response to the growth and trend of street food popularity in everyday life.www.str-eats.com

ECO-PET Plus BlanketOnboard supplier: LinstolFeatured onboard: NoneDescription:Softer than modacrylic or wool, ECO-PET Plus Blankets are eco-friendly, naturally and permanently fire retardant, antistatic and offer cost savings. Blanket size, colour, and weave pattern can be customised to complement the aesthetic of any cabin.Function:ECO-PET Plus Blankets are made of recycled plastic bottles and certified by GRS. Every million blankets rescues 21,000,000 bottles (3,000 tons recycled plastics). In addition, ECO-PET Plus manufacturing reduces energy and carbon emissions by 70%.Passenger Experience:This is a quality blanket that significantly reduces plastic waste in the environment. Other benefits inherent to ECO-PET Plus blankets include antistatic, hypoallergenic and naturally flame retardant. Unique features:ECO-PET Plus can be woven in a similar way to modacrylic, allowing for complete customisation to any airline specification.Additional information:ECO-PET Plus material can be used to create pillow cases and covers to allowing for coordinated blanket and pillow sets.www.Linstol.com

Happy EarsOnboard supplier: Happy EarsFeatured onboard: Designed for inflightDescription:These are high quality earplugs made out of medically-approved materials. They are very comfortable and discrete while in use. Function:They are comfortable in the ear and ideal for use when sleeping;they are discrete while in use, re-usable and come in a storage case. They ensure an even attenuation, hence a natural sound; and muffles any annoying background noise.Passenger Experience:These premium, award-winning earplugs made in Sweden turn down the volume and enables passengers to hear their travel companion, cabin crew or the captain speaking. They turn down the background noise and improve passenger enjoyment of their flight.Unique features:Regular foam earplugs attenuate unevenly, which gives the user an unnatural sound. This makes it very hard to communicate with the rest of the world or even hear what's going on. With Happy Ears passengers get both. Plus they look good.Additional information:This product improves people’s lives by reducing noise and won "The Best Bet" - NY Magazine. The Times called it "A-must-have accessory." Video clip: https://youtu.be/WT9qcPnz3z0www.happyears.co

Hope & Glory Organic English Breakfast Pyramid BagsOnboard supplier: Hope & GloryFeatured onboard: Air, Rail & CruiseDescription:A lively, full bodied blend of Assam and Ceylon organic black teas. Assam provides body and thickness to the tea while Ceylon gives it brightness and citrus character. This blend is best served with milk. All beautifully packed in silk-nylon mesh pyramid bags and aluminium foil sealed envelopes for the freshest brew everytime.Function:What more is there to say? It is the finest organic, whole-leaf, handpicked tea responsibly and expertly sourced and blended to give the discerning tea lover anywhere the best looking and tasting tea with the very authentic aromas of the gardens from which it originates Passenger Experience:The quality of the product is second to none of any Onboard Hospitality brand on the market - our collections are organic, handpicked, whole-leaf, award-winning teas and tisanes sourced from the very finest gardens around the world. It is the packed to ensure the very best tea experience - with extra long tags, mesh biodegradeable pyramid bags all packed individually in recyclable sealed aluminium envelopes.Unique features:The quality of the product is second to none of any Onboard Hospitality brand on the market - our collections are organic, handpicked, whole-leaf, award-winning teas and tisanes sourced from the very finest gardens around the world. It is the packed to ensure the very best tea experience - with extra long tags, mesh biodegradeable pyramid bags all packed individually in recyclable sealed aluminium envelopes.Additional information:Our company works tirelessly to ensure the product, the brand and our company deliver the finest product all packaged for the finest experience of the tea-lover, with design innovation for the convenience and sustainability for the Foodservice sectorwww.thehopeandglory.co.uk

Taco SlidersOnboard supplier: The Bake FactoryFeatured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription:Two boxed Mexican style tacos with slow cooked fillings packed with flavour. The first is Sloppy José, beef, a blend of Mexican spices & Willies Cacao chocolate for a sweet spiced tone. The other is Chicken, Tequila & Jalapeño with pink pickles.Function:The Old El Paso products are frozen and are designed to be served hot and served in an ovenable slide-open box. A no-nonsense product, quick & easy to bake off and serve. Passenger Experience:Slide to open packaging makes it easy for the consumer to open and the taco boats are easy to handle. A great flavour profile is designed for enjoyment at altitude. Colourful and aromatic, it adds a touch of theatre to the passenger experienceUnique features:A collaboration with globally renowned food brand Old El Paso, these tacos incorporate the Old El Paso branding & ingredients which can be featured in the marketing to highlight a proven track-record, authenticity & brand familiar to the consumer.Additional information:The Old El Paso taco boat used is easy to handle & eat onboard, in packaging that slides open to reveal two hot products. Garnished as you'd find straight out of a taco food truck but engineered to work in the air, these are a real crowd-pleaserwww.thebakefactory.global

Glacial Wine Cooler Onboard supplier: SPIRIANT GmbHFeatured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription:A glacial-look, turquoise wine cooler, made from durable EPP (=expanded polypropylene). Smooth to the touch and light to hold, it’s a powerful combination of a high-life cycle material housed in a beautiful design, perfect for the airline industry. Function:The glacial-look wine cooler keeps wine fresh and crisp for up to 10 hours. It consists of three parts; the outerbox, the holder and the cooling elements.Passenger Experience:It creates a personal inflight bar; passengers can self-serve a chilled, crisp glass of wine throughout their flight, from the galley. Luxury is at their fingertips with a beautifully presented, glacial-look wine cooler that emanates indulgence.Unique features:It changes the game to show that technical can be beautiful. It’s giving airlines the opportunity to make the galley area a haven for passengers, replacing flimsy wine coolers with a durable, high-life cycle option that looks luxurious.Additional information:The cooler easily fits into a Standard Unit with two sets of cooling units, meaning you can have chilled wine for up to 10 hours once it’s in the galley. Airlines can emboss their logo into the metal for an enhanced brand element.www.spiriant.com

Tapas snack box Onboard supplier: Gategroup - PFS Featured onboard: Will be featured onboard - Air) Description:Inspired by taking a stroll down the Mercado de San Miguel, evoking the chalk-boards outside the Spanish eateries that invite you in to enjoy and share tapas. The box itself unveils its authentic Mediterranean contents: mini fuets, serrano ham, cream cheese, olives and rosemary infused crackers.Function:Delivering an authentic experience that also meets the rigours of the supply chain, enabling value for money through a verified robust shelf-stable solution with 120 days shelf-life. Passenger Experience:Design, taste and texture elevate this solution to create a snacking moment that provides a satisfying and traditional dining experience. The lotus flower packaging design adds to the excitement when opening this box and provides a tray from which to eat it – making it tasty, neat and enjoyable. Unique features:Due to the robust development and testing protocols gategroup insures it can deliver 120 days shelf-life, 12 to a drawer, supply chain efficiencies whilst ensuring the dining experience continues to be premium.Additional information:The box includes a window, which complies with the strictest requirements of airport security.
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Hope & Glory Organic Masala Chai Pyramid BagsOnboard supplier: Hope & GloryFeatured onboard: Air, Rail & CruiseDescription:A full-bodied blend of organic Ceylon black tea and spices, Masala Chai derives from Hindi literally meaning ‘mixed-spice tea’. Spices such as cardamom and cinnamon have been expertly blended to give a warming, rich blend of flavours and a sweet aroma. Can be served with or without milk.Function:By devoting our passion for great tea on every blend we produce - we ensure that every collection we have is organic, whole-leaf, handpicked, responsibly sourced from the very finest gardens around the world with full provenance, all packed in a biodegradable mesh pyramid bag and aluminium foil envelopes for freshest cuppa everytime for tea lovers everywhere, everytime.Passenger Experience:By devoting our passion for great tea on every blend we produce - we ensure that every collection we have is organic, whole-leaf, handpicked, responsibly sourced from the very finest gardens around the world with full provenance, all packed in a biodegradable mesh pyramid bag and aluminium foil envelopes for freshest cuppa everytimeUnique features:Quite simply - ensure tea lovers everywhere have the very best tea everytime wherever they are at whatever time of day! Tea is a Great British tradition and tea-lovers deserve the best.Additional information:We are a British brand devoted to returning the glory days of tea once again and bringing the very best teas and tisanes from around the world to Tea Lovers everywhereVideo clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EVSAZr3t_wwww.thehopeandglory.co.uk

Lasagna Onboard supplier: MV Food & Services Featured onboard: Not yet onboardDescription: This tasty and healthy pasta suggestion comes in a cardboard box in a serving portion of 180g. Available in 3 recipes, 2 of which are vegetarian, it is easy to handle due to its size and the cardboard box avoids burning when the product is hot. Function: This lasagna, made with eggs-pasta and genuine ingredients as per the Italian tradition, is the ideal main-meal for the main service on board but can also substitute the classic sandwich, due to size and nutritional facts.Passenger Experience: The product brings passengers the scents and flavours of an Italian holiday onboard with a meat-based Bolognese lasagna, a vegetable soy-Bolognese lasagna and a vegetable lasagna. Taste and good choice are guaranteed!Unique features: Italian culinary heritage is at the heart of this recipe to ensure it is tasty, healthy and consumer/environment-friendly too. The low-waste packaging keeps the tray waste low and is easier for cleaning.Additional information: Upon request this product is available in bulk block frozen or in peelable c-pet trays. It can be Halal certified and flavours can be tailor made for each customer.www.mvfood.it

Hope & Glory Organic Peppermint Pyramid BagsOnboard supplier: Hope & GloryFeatured onboard: Air, Rail & CruiseDescription:This refreshing and beautiful tisane is 100% organic and naturally caffeine free. Peppermint has traditionally been used to aid digestion and settle upset stomachs, which makes this a perfect beverage for those short or long journeys anywhere.Function:Quite simply - ensure tea lovers everywhere have the very best tea everytime wherever they are at whatever time of day! Tea is a Great British tradition and tea-lovers deserve the best.Passenger Experience:By devoting our passion for great tea on every blend we produce - we ensure that every collection we have is organic, whole-leaf, handpicked, responsibly sourced from the very finest gardens around the world with full provenance, all packed in a biodegradable mesh pyramid bag and aluminium foil envelopes for freshest cuppa everytime.Unique features:By devoting our passion for great tea on every blend we produce - we ensure that every collection we have is organic, whole-leaf, handpicked, responsibly sourced from the very finest gardens around the world with full provenance, all packed in a biodegradable mesh pyramid bag and aluminium foil envelopes for freshest cuppa everytime.Additional information:We are a British brand devoted to returning the glory days of tea once again and bringing the very best teas and tisanes from around the world to Tea Lovers everywhereVideo clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5Cg-GSi4nswww.thehopeandglory.co.uk